Being the Ricardos

Miscasting (except for J.K. Simmons) derails this Lucille Ball biopic.

"...Directed by: Aaron Sorkin. Starring: Nicole Kidman, Javier Bardem, J. K. Simmons, Nina..."

Dec. 10, 2021 Movie Review by Sarah Jane

All Nighter

A father searches for his daughter with the help of her ex-boyfriend

"...Directed by: Gavin Wiesen. Starring: Analeigh Tipton, J.K. Simmons, Kristen Schaal, Emile Hirsch, Shannon Woodward, Stephanie Allynne,..."

March 24, 2017 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Whiplash

A student's desire to become a better drummer comes at the cost of becoming a supplicant to a monstrous teacher.

"...Directed by: Damien Chazelle. Starring: Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Melissa Benoist, Paul Reiser, Austin Stowell and Nate..."

Oct. 31, 2014 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

The Music Never Stopped

After 20 years and a loss of memory, a father and son learn to reconnect over the music of the Grateful Dead and Bob Dylan.

"...Directed by: Jim Kohlberg. Starring: J.K. Simmons, Julia Ormond, Lou Taylor Pucci,..."

April 1, 2011 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Snowman

Jo Nesbø's crime series hits the big screen

"...Tomas Alfredson. Starring: Michael Fassbender, Rebecca Ferguson, Charlotte Gainsbourg, J.K. Simmons and Val Kilmer...."

Oct. 27, 2017 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Dark Skies

Aliens mess with a suburban family's peace of mind in this unsettling, slow-burn thriller.

"...Directed by: Scott Stewart. Starring: Keri Russell, Josh Hamilton, Dakota Goyo, Kadan Rockett and J.K...."

March 1, 2013 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Spider-Man

"...Directed by: Sam Raimi. Starring: James Franco, Bruce Campbell, J.K. Simmons, Willem Dafoe, Rosemary Harris,..."

May 10, 2002 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Front Runner

Jason Reitman revisits a long-ago time when a sex scandal could ruin a candidate's shot at the presidency

"...Directed by: Jason Reitman. Starring: Hugh Jackman, Vera Farmiga, J.K. Simmons, Alfred..."

Nov. 21, 2018 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Terminator: Genisys

The Governator is back

"...Directed by: Alan Taylor. Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Emilia Clarke, Jai Courtney, Jason Clarke, J.K. Simmons, Byung-hun Lee, Matt..."

July 3, 2015 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Mexican

"...Directed by: Gore Verbinski. Starring: Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, James Gandolfini, J.k. Simmons,..."

March 2, 2001 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Year in Movies, and in Moments

What didn’t make my Top 10

"...I filed my Top 10 list this year, as..."

Dec. 31, 2014 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

The Ladykillers

The Coen brothers remake a British comedy classic starring Tom Hanks in a flamboyantly love-him-or-hate-him performance.

"...Directed by: Joel Coen and Ethan Coen. Starring: Tom Hanks, Irma P...."

March 26, 2004 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Spider-Man 2

Even superheroes have to do their own laundry in Sam Raimi's truly spectacular vision that combines human pathos and breathtaking action.

"...Directed by: Sam Raimi. Starring: Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, James Franco, Alfred Molina, Rosemary Harris and J.K...."

July 2, 2004 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Radical

True story of a miracle-working teacher busts misery porn cliches

"...Directed by: Christopher Zalla. Starring: Eugenio Derbez, Daniel Haddad, Jennifer Trejo, Mia Fernanda Solis, Danilo Guardiola, Victor Estrada, Gilberto..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

The New Moneyball in National Champions

Ric Roman Waugh calculates the human cost of NCAA profits

"...The Austin-based director didn't get to enjoy the film's theatrical kickoff in person earlier this month..."

Dec. 28, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

First Look: Ric Roman Waugh Takes on the NCAA in National Champions

Austin director's new film looks at the student athlete industry

"...Waugh has never shied away from a fight for justice. In Shot Caller, he explored how the modern American..."

Nov. 16, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Film Critics Pick Boyhood

AFCA showers Linklater favorite with four awards

"...Boyhood as the Best Film of the year. Richard Linklater was also named Best Director for his innovative drama..."

Dec. 19, 2014 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Words

As an examination of the writer's world, this film offers nothing new; as a romance it's not half bad.

"...Directed by: Brian Klugman and Lee Sternthal. Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jeremy Irons, Dennis..."

Sept. 7, 2012 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Burn After Reading

The Coen brothers may be masters of black comedy, but there are times when there’s no point in taking them seriously.

"...Directed by: Joel Coen and Ethan Coen. Starring: George Clooney, Frances McDormand,..."

Sept. 12, 2008 Movie Review by Josh Rosenblatt

SXSW Film Announces Features Lineup

Competitive narratives and docs unveiled, plus more

"...After January's sneak peek of a half-dozen titles, SXSW Film has..."

Feb. 2, 2016 Screens Post by Josh Kupecki

Extract

Mike Judge, the writer/director of Office Space, mines the workplace for more satiric comedy.

"...Directed by: Mike Judge. Starring: Jason Bateman, Mila Kunis, Kristen Wiig, Ben..."

Sept. 4, 2009 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

National Champions

Ric Roman Waugh places the NCAA on trial in this chilling sports drama

"...Directed by: Ric Roman Waugh. Starring: Stephan James, Alexander Ludwig, J.K. Simmons, Kristin Chenoweth, Jeffrey Donovan, Timothy..."

Dec. 10, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Ride the Eagle

Jake Johnson gets his head straight in this comedic kin to Walden

"...Directed by: Trent O’Donnell. Starring: Jake Johnson, J.K. Simmons, Susan Sarandon, D’Arcy Carden, Luis Fernandez-Gil..."

July 30, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Accountant

Math, mayhem, and murder abound in this somewhat confusing thriller

"...Directed by: Gavin O’Connor. Starring: Ben Affleck, Anna Kendrick, J.K. Simmons, Jon Bernthal, Jeffrey Tambor, Cynthia..."

Oct. 14, 2016 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Meddler

A terrific vehicle for Susan Sarandon as a meddlesome mom

"...Directed by: Lorene Scafaria. Starring: Susan Sarandon, Rose Byrne, J.K. Simmons, Jerrod Carmichael, Cecily Strong, Michael McKean, Jason Ritter,..."

May 13, 2016 Movie Review by Steve Davis

New in Town

A strident Renée Zellweger stars in this forgettable fish-out-of-water comedy.

"...Directed by: Jonas Elmer. Starring: Renée Zellweger, Harry Connick Jr., Siobhan Fallon,..."

Jan. 30, 2009 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Juno

This indie comedy is funny, smart, cool, and heartfelt, and features breakout showcases for star Ellen Page and screenwriter Diablo Cody.

"...Directed by: Jason Reitman. Starring: Ellen Page, Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, Jason..."

Dec. 21, 2007 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

First Snow

A moody thriller that tries to thumb its nose at fatalism, First Snow features another great performance from Guy Pearce.

"...Mark Fergus. Starring: Guy Pearce, Piper Perabo, William Fichtner, J.K. Simmons, Shea Whigham, Rick Gonzalez and Jackie Burroughs. Fate:..."

April 20, 2007 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Six New Shows to Distract Yourself With This Year

Your 2018 TV preview

"...shows you’ve only heard about from casual conversations with co-workers around the water cooler. And while the Nineties plundering..."

Jan. 27, 2018 Screens Post by Josh Kupecki

SXSW Film Releases Full Feature Lineup

Slate includes everyone from Wes Anderson to the Zellners

"...To live in Texas is to take "hometown heroes" to a whole new level...."

Jan. 30, 2014 Screens Post by Monica Riese

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