Pride of the Eastside

The movers and shakers behind El Gallo want you to rethink how movies get made

"...from the central concept (e.g., smartphone applications, music videos, games, miniseries, and feature-length films); and above all, localization, i.e.,..."

Aug. 19, 2011 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

City Hall Hustle: Absence of Evidence Is Not Evidence of Absence

The e-mail daisy chain grows longer ... and longer ...

"...situation has him wondering, just what is the end game?..."

March 25, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Have Pen, Will Travel

A tale of two cities, Italian-style

"...and Mussolini, forcing the residents into a fascist guessing game. Hitler offered repatriation to the father­land; Mussolini offered the..."

July 30, 2010 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Toot Toot, Hey, Beep Beep

Disco diva Donna Summer returns to the stage and record racks 17 years later with ‘Crayons.’

"...Stairway to Hell scribe Chuck Eddy’s infamous disco-metal fusion theory in one screaming, Eddie Van Halen, “Beat It”-type guitar..."

Aug. 21, 2008 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Off the Record

Commemorating the 95th birthday of Pinetop Perkins one year at a time, exploring Willie's Place at Carl's Corner, and a pregame pep talk with Paul Wall

"...and Merle Haggard. Take Me Out to the Ball game..."

July 4, 2008 Music Column by Austin Powell

Playing Through

The young girls go nuts for the UT women's soccer team

"...In theory, the young girls are crazy about the University of..."

Nov. 9, 2007 Column by Thomas Hackett

Psst! Wanna buy some (slightly ruined) eight-liners?

With stacks of ruined gambling evidence, the city, the county, and the APD are eagerly pointing fingers

"...equipment with screens that display a tic-tac-toe configuration, offering gamers up to eight ways to win on a single..."

July 28, 2006 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Who Killed Porter Middle School?

The evidence points to George W. Bush. But he wasn't alone.

"...In theory, at least, AISD could have refilled Porter. The boundary..."

March 10, 2006 News Feature by Rachel Proctor May

Bad Medicine?

No Child Left Behind prescribed for Austin schools – although the cure may be worse than the illness

"...only if they fail to improve – "The NCLB Game," p.27). The idea behind the transfers is twofold. First,..."

Sept. 30, 2005 News Feature by Rachel Proctor May

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...I do think, however, the theory behind a toll tax is the ultimate Republican goal:..."

Jan. 28, 2005 Column

Coach's Corner

You might not guess it, but Coach is a rabid UT basketball fan. He's also one of the world's foremost pessimists.

"...Horns to the SWC Tournament in Houston. The championship game -- possibly the worst "Championship Game" ever played, anywhere..."

March 22, 2002 Column by Andy "Coach" Cotton

Naked City

Austin Stories

"...extra cash! Get ready to hunt the really big game and cash in!" The "really big game" in question..."

June 22, 2001 News Feature by Erica C. Barnett

Total Entertainment Package

Rockin' out with Austin's Latin-metal crossover darlings

"...self-released album. Even with their independence and an ambitious game plan, A.J. admits declaring bankruptcy still devastated the band...."

Aug. 18, 2000 Music Feature by Andy Langer

Coach's Corner

Aging stars and aging boomers spell an ongoing decline in the popularity of tennis, Coach muses, while dropping a bundle in a Vegas sports book.

"...to do with this than the commonly accepted Tiger Theory. Millions like me, who once mocked everything golf and..."

April 28, 2000 Column by Andy "Coach" Cotton

1999 Austin Film Releases

A complete list of all films released for theatrical runs in Austin in the calendar year 1999 and eligible for consideration in the Top Ten.

"...MALE GIGOLO1.0(M.S.)12/10/99 DEVIL'S ISLAND3.0(M.S.)11/19/99 DICK2.0(M.S.)8/6/99 DILL SCALLION3.5(H.C.)10/8/99 THE DINNER GAME3.5(S.D.)9/17/99 A DOG OF FLANDERS0(M.S.)9/10/99 DOG PARK2.0(S.H.)10/1/99 DOGMA3.5(M.B.)11/12/99 DOUBLE JEOPARDY1.5(S.H.)9/24/99..."

Jan. 7, 2000 Screens Feature

Live at Liberty Lunch

The Neville Brothers

"...of it, but after being used for a spirited game of parking-lot soccer, we tied it to the rear..."

July 23, 1999 Music Feature

Postmarks

Don't Cry for Rainey

"...of advice. Stick to your "it-ain't-a-sport-unless-the-scoreboard-changes-every-fifteen-seconds," instant-gratification, no-thought-required kiddie games and leave the most popular sport in the world..."

July 23, 1999 Column

Writing by Degrees

The Unfolding Now

"...the two-year program take courses in screenwriting, criticism, film theory, and film history, and write a feature screenplay as..."

Jan. 29, 1999 Screens Feature by Jay Hardwig

Scanlines

"...When Sony launched its 32-bit game console a couple of years ago, Namco's Ridge Racer..."

Aug. 22, 1997 Screens Feature

Postmarks

ACC Needs Planning, Not Damning

"...creeps that think that any woman alone is fair game? Or maybe I'm still doing penance for all my..."

June 20, 1997 Column

Longhorn Lobby?

UT's Ethical Entanglements at the Capitol

"...are used by donors to get access, and in theory, influence, over legislators...."

May 2, 1997 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Postcards from the Fringe

Guerilla Media Collective Searches For the D.I.Y. Truth

"...a mail-order catalog selling everything from the interactive "MacJesus" game (which, in the words of the game designer, gives..."

Feb. 28, 1997 Screens Feature by Brad King

Reissues

"...have also made it prime fodder for every conspiracy theory nut alive, as well as the plotline to a..."

Dec. 13, 1996 Music Feature

Valentine's and Beyond With This Weekend's Recommended Events

From dark stories to romantic dance

"...to the max: a mood that can’t be denied. Pre-game at their jazz lounge before the show, sipping “Love..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

We Give Two Thumbs Up to These Weekend Events

Arty and culture-y things to get up to

"...8pm. The nearness of beer could occasion a drinking game – maybe every time somebody wears a truly ridonk..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Chappell Roan Says ACL Performance Is Her Last of the Year, and More Surprises From Weekend Two

The heat lingered at sets from Vince Staples, Dua Lipa, Jeezy, and more

"...hot glow of the homegrown trio’s establishing set on game day. From cumbias to their own brand of Lone..."

Oct. 14, 2024 Music Post by Doug Freeman

A Boner Bizarre, Improvised Love Stories, and More Arts Events

Get some culture and love this week

"...on Friday, Feb. 16.  – James Scott Queer Film Theory: Rom-Coms..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Top 10 Festival Films of 2023 You Haven’t Seen Yet

From the Toxic Avenger to school shootings, the best of the fests

"...Anymore) to write and direct, and Peter Dinklage (yes, Game of Thrones' Tyrion Lannister himself) as Toxie. End result?..."

Dec. 19, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Carnival of Queers

A carnival of queer cavorting will delight your senses this weekend

"...Sept. 17, from 2 to 10pm. You'll find carnival games! Food! Arts and crafts exhibits! A petting zoo! Vendors!..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Column by James Scott

Ways to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop in Austin

The Illharmonic Orchestra, Bavu Blakes, and more reflect on the genre's golden jubilee

"...female-friendly environment in recent years. "It's definitely a guy's game, but there's been a lot of progress, from the..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

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