Packs a Punch

Chances are you've seen Powerhouse Animation's work, whether you know it or not -- its portfolio includes Adam Sandler's Eight Crazy Nights, Disney TV's The Proud Family, and plenty of local TV spots, ad campaigns, and one-off Flash animation projects.

"...courtesy of pal Smith. According to Director of Animation Frank Gabriel, Smith discovered the Powerhouse outfit by chance when..."

Jan. 24, 2003 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

Dead Can Dance: Toward the Within

"...she meant tenfold: it's like finding out the angel Gabriel plays a kazoo. Physical aesthetics aside, Magidson's film is..."

Dec. 2, 1994 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Powerhouse Animation Is Making a Mark

Local studio continues to expand portfolio

"...closure of Fox Animation Studios. Nearby sat another animator, Frank Gabriel, who had credits on Thumbelina and Space Jam...."

Feb. 19, 2016 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Still Life, All Shook Up

Naked Lunch's models are a bunch of sketchy posers

"...the three men who run it to this day: Frank Gabriel, Bruce Tinnin, and Brad Graeber. These guys and..."

Aug. 28, 2009 Screens Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Another Blow to Damsels-in-Distress: 'Jen Saves Ben'

"...Director of Operations Brad Graeber, who, along with co-founders Frank Gabriel and Bruce Tinnin, heads up the studio. "[Smith]..."

Dec. 6, 2002 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

"The Secret Adventures of Tom Thumb"

"...Directed by: Dave Borthwick. Starring: Nick Upton, Deborah Collar, Frank Passingham, John Schofield and Mike Gifford. Like a cross..."

April 7, 1995 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Frankie Starlight

"...Directed by: Michael Lindsay. Starring: Anne Parillaud, Matt Dillon, Gabriel Byrne, Alan Pentony, Corban Walker, Rudi Davies and Georgina..."

April 12, 1996 Movie Review by Alison Macor

Austin Film Festival Full Slate

Marquee names include Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Patton Oswalt

"...Ryan Gosling, plus a special talk with legendary producer Frank Marshall...."

Sept. 14, 2016 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

"...the car over only to find that 20-year-old driver Frank Gabriel Martinez didn't have a driver's license – but..."

Sept. 14, 2007 News Feature

Proof that Cops Always Have the Best Stash, Pt. 3

Herein find the sad tale of a pleasure trip to Houston (!) gone terribly wrong....

"...the car over only to find that 20-year-old driver Frank Gabriel Martinez didn’t have a driver’s license – but..."

Sept. 11, 2007 News Post by Jordan Smith

SXSW Film Goes Right to the Moon

Apollo 10 1/2, Sandra Bullock, and more join movie list

"...reality. Cast List: Jim Gaffigan, Rhea Seehorn, Katelyn Nacon, Gabriel Rush, Amy Hargreaves, West Duchovny, Michael Ian Black, Tony..."

Feb. 2, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Saturday Sleepers

SXSW picks & sleepers

"...Kim Hill served as its primary asset. – Robert GabrielHOT YOUNG PRIEST11pm, Blender Balcony @ the Ritz Hot Young..."

March 18, 2005 Music Feature

Music of the Spheres

Sinatra in the Sahara

"...some Americans in Morocco secretly refer to him as "Frank" because of his likeness to a Sixties-era Sinatra. Due..."

July 9, 1999 Music Feature by David Lynch

Wes Anderson Brings Isle of Dogs to SXSW

Plus Midnighters bring the gore, and Alita party

"...a diabolical agenda. Cast: Robbie Kay, Jacob Batalon, Seychelle Gabriel, Tate Donovan, Barbara Dunkelman, Nick Rutherford, Zachary Levi (World..."

Feb. 7, 2018 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

The Other Stars in the Galaxy

"...BOWFINGER D: Frank Oz; with Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy, Christine Baranski, Heather..."

May 21, 1999 Screens Feature

Wednesday Picks

SXSW Picks & Sleepers

"...Devin is an obsession waiting to happen. – Robert GabrielROBYN HITCHCOCK8pm, Emo's Main Last year, you couldn't reach up..."

March 11, 2005 Music Feature

Day Trips

"...At the junction of the North and South San Gabriel rivers, the town was named for George Glasscock, who..."

Feb. 20, 1998 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Critics Poll

Chronicle critics size up 2003

"...Gabriel: Pong, Room 710..."

Jan. 2, 2004 Music Feature

SXSW Film Releases Full Feature Lineup

Slate includes everyone from Wes Anderson to the Zellners

"...Cast: Rosario Dawson, John Malkovich, Michael Pena, America Ferrera, Gabriel Mann (North American Premiere)..."

Jan. 30, 2014 Screens Post by Monica Riese

SXSW Picks & Sleepers

Picks & Sleepers

"...self-reissued. On a recent tour with A-town's South San Gabriel, Parker's flesh-and-bone songwriting was as fierce as ever. –..."

March 19, 2004 Music Feature

Texas Platters

The Scabs

"...school, namely the British triumvirate of Fripp, Eno, and Gabriel. On Black Panel Mix, the Austin duo's 38-minute debut..."

July 30, 1999 Music Feature

South by Southwest Falls for Ryan Gosling With The Fall Guy World Premiere

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...chance to know. Featuring Alison Tavel, Grace Potter, Peter Gabriel, Jon Anderson, Fred Armisen, Money Mark, Gotye, Mike Gordon,..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Picks & Sleepers

Thursday

"...the U.S. government and commercial hip-hop alike. – Robert Gabriel BLACKALICIOUS6:30pm, Town Lake Stage @ Auditorium Shores Exploring fresh..."

March 17, 2006 Music Feature

The Next Wave

A comprehensive look at the emerging Rock en Español movement in the United States

"...It's a Monday evening at La Zona Rosa, and Gabriel Fernandez Capello -- Gabby," lead singer of Argentina's Los..."

Nov. 12, 1999 Music Feature by Melissa Sattley

Film

Film Reviews

"...DALLAS DOLLD: Ann Turner; with Sandra Bernhard, Victoria Longley, Frank Gallacher, Jake Blundell, Rose Byrne. With Sandra Bernhard, irony..."

Sept. 15, 1995 News Feature

Cine Las Americas Returns

A hemisphere of new films, plus SXSW fave What We Leave Behind

"...Rica, Venezuela, Canada, and, yes, the U.S. Executive Director Gabriel Ornelas said, “This year marks another huge step both..."

June 7, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Tom Petty, Charli XCX, and Demi Lovato Headline SXSW Film 2021 List

Festival drops complete lineup, with 2020 titles getting their shot

"...gender. Featuring Margaret Cho, Fortune Feimster, Rachel Feinstein, Marina Franklin, Nikki Glaser, Judy Gold, Kathy Griffin, Jessica Kirson, Sherri..."

Feb. 10, 2021 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Riding With Joe Carnahan and Latinx Superhero El Chicano

The action innovator on film, politics, the Coens, Blumhouse and more

"...latest from his War Party shingle, established with actor Frank Grillo (Captain America: The Winter Soldier, The Purge: Anarchy)..."

May 4, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Fun Fun Fun Fest Saturday Picks

Blurbing Fun Fun Fun Fest one act at a time

"...making MCing one twisted laughing matter. – Chase Hoffberger Frank Smith..."

Nov. 7, 2008 Music Feature

SXSW Picks & Sleepers

Blurbing SXSW 04 music – Wednesday only

"...Rhymesayers debut, MM Food. Expect a mouthful. – Robert Gabriel..."

March 12, 2004 Music Feature

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