Final Destination Bloodlines

Death comes for us all (again) in the popular horror franchise

"...are dragged out over tens of minutes, with frequent cut-ins to the mechanics of murder. Coins roll, glasses shatter,..."

May 16, 2025 Movie Review by Matthew Monagle

A Redhead, Pink Pony, and Kaleidoscope in This Weekend’s Events

Arts and culture to keep you entertained

"...as 2022 BOA Best Actress by takin’ it easy. Instead, her upcoming hour features all new material, which after..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Weekday Events to Make It a Craft Night, Movie Night, Trivia Night, and More

There's also some events during the day

"...a special celebration featuring fellow poetry powerhouses like KB Brookins and current Austin Youth Poet Laureate Ella Kim and..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

What’s New With This Year’s Best of Austin Poll

When to vote, how to campaign, and more questions answered

"...Most of you probably know the ins and outs of this process since we’ve been doing..."

March 28, 2025 Features Feature by Kimberley Jones

Restaurant Review: Eastside’s Con Vista al Mar

East Seventh spot offers vibrant Mexican dishes in a laid-back environment

"...and co-partner Irak Roaro operates four locations of this coastal-inspired concept. Anyone who’s spent time in Puerto Vallarta or..."

March 21, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Arts and Culture Events to Get You Off the Couch

It's spring break (for some of you), get out and have some fun

"...the only St. Patrick’s Day screening choice more culturally insensitive would be Halloween III: Season of the Witch. (It’s..."

March 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fusebox Facts, Sullivan’s Travels, and More Recommended Events

Some recommendations for the week ahead

"...One of my favorite genres of Instagram Reel is people painting each other then revealing the..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, November 29 - December 5

"...Year’s resolutions. January 1 is a good time to instigate robust new approaches to living your life, but the..."

Nov. 29, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

Recommended Events for This Week’s Cooling Temps

Fairies, succulents, and lowriders in this weekend’s suggested happenings

"...kept the lights on after not one but two break-ins this summer. So there’s no more suitable movie to..."

Aug. 30, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

How to Protest Like a Pro in Austin

Amid rightward turn in higher ed we still have free speech

"...administration justified arresting students by claiming they had violated institutional rules when they used amplified sound, wore masks to..."

Aug. 23, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

With Journalist Arrests, Attacks Ticking Up in 2024, Austin Reporters Get Trained

International Women’s Media Foundation gets to work

"...the election cycle," recalling a heightened number of attacks against journalists during previous election years. The IWMF reported that..."

Aug. 8, 2024 News Post by Neha Kondaveeti

Some Local Arts, Pride, and More Recommended Events

Plan your Austin weekend

"...Paxton and Will Beger. Massachusetts-based Paxton creates “western-themed mid-century modern-inspired neon sign paintings... [that] are part documentary, part fiction.”..."

Aug. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Luv Doc: Criss-Cross Applesauce

Ignorance is no excuse for inflexibility

"...and the neurosurgeon himself told me mid-incision about the origins of criss-cross applesauce! I mean thinking about it, Indian..."

Aug. 9, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

The Rehabilitative Power of Art in Sing Sing

Oscar nominee Colman Domingo teams with Austin filmmaker Greg Kwedar in a story of transformation behind prison walls

"...incarcerated at New York’s notorious Sing Sing Correctional Facility. Instead, the film glows with an inner light that illuminates..."

Aug. 2, 2024 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In’s North Austin Location Hit by Thieves

Cinema launches GoFundMe to keep operating, replace gear

"...music of Radiohead, is available to independent theatres and drive-ins now). Now he's also dealing with the fallout of..."

July 25, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Tuberculosis Has Broken Out in Texas Prison System

Advocates and families say there are dozens of active cases

"...the most dangerous in the country for the disease. [inset-1-left]..."

July 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Thieves Target Austin Film Studios and Rental Firms

Local companies beefing up security as high-end gear stolen

"...Film (which was hit twice), as well as attempted break-ins at GEAR Cameras + Lighting and Texas Media Systems...."

July 5, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

UT’s War on Students

A peaceful protest spiraled when law enforcement showed up. Now the university has doubled down.

"...Monday, April 29, another day of protest at UT-Austin against Israel’s war on Gaza was beginning. After the previous..."

May 3, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

The Austin Chronic: Former Ag Commissioner Candidate Susan Hays Is Building a Hempcrete House

It’s the first privately owned residence in Austin made of the eco-friendly material

"...Meanwhile, the ceiling and floors will be fitted with insulation made from hemp wool, which has a similarly soft..."

April 12, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Exploring the McNeil Crossing Strip Mall

Exceptional forays into Indian and Vietnamese cuisine, plus a short trip to Subway

"...Pulling in, I notice Apartments NOW! encouraging walk-ins for FREE APARTMENT LOCATION. Then it dawns on me:..."

April 12, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Free Stuff to Do at SXSW 2024

Party at the post-apocalypse, smell good doing it

"...Film / TV Tie-ins Wasteland of the Fallout..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Kimberley Jones

Review: Nômadé Is a Tropical Dining Destination

Experience a melting pot of flavors at this Yucatán-inspired oasis

"...the promise of a restaurant founded by “wanderers” and inspired by their travels feels like a targeted draw. I’m..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Swedish Hill Is Kind of Closing; Hong Kong Supermarket, C’est Finis; Dry January Is a Good Idea All Over; But, Oh Boy, We Still Wine an Awful Lot; and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...this “Little” Swedish Hill will open is uncertain (their Instagram announcement says “soon”), so, ah, keep your eyes peeled..."

Jan. 10, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Top 10 Local Comedy Stories of 2023

New venues, new faces, new experiments

"...venue's open mics. For fans, the opportunity to see drop-ins by some of the most famous names in comedy..."

Dec. 15, 2023 Arts Feature by Valerie Lopez

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Break-Ins Peaking at Hiking Spots: Our greenbelts have grown in..."

Dec. 1, 2023 News Feature

New Food Incubator Opening on Airport Boulevard

And the folks behind Fil ’n Viet are the first ones there

"...On Wed., Nov. 15, the first tenant at Playground..."

Nov. 8, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Lil Yachty’s Whiplash Catalog Run and More Highlights From Friday at ACL Fest

Maggie Rogers, Little Simz, and more kicked off at Zilker Park

"...week, Kali Uchis dropped out of both weekends via Instagram stories, with Major Lazer swapping in last-minute in the..."

Oct. 7, 2023 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Uchibā Opens, Mission Burger’s Second Location Opens, Fresa’s Third Location Opens, Austin Confectioners Fight Breast Cancer, the Taco Mafia’s on PBS, Marfa Comes to Kalimotxo, and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...of music and casual vibes. No tickets necessary – walk-ins or OpenTable reservations are welcome…..."

Oct. 4, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin’s Longest-Running Stand-Up Showcase Ends After a Decade of Making Stars

Sure Thing is a wrap at 512

"...Why has Sure Thing been such an institution in Austin comedy? Before the pandemic, it was a..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Arts Feature by Valerie Lopez

Fantastic Fest Review: Scala!!!

The very punk history of London’s legendary art/grindhouse cinema

"...no accident that his haven for cineastes, scumbags, and insomniacs became so connected with rock & roll: Instead, it..."

Sept. 24, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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