Civil War

Stunning near-future drama about combat journalists

"...for battle-numbed photographer Lee (Dunst) and adrenaline junkie writer Joel (Moura) is to get the last interview with the..."

April 12, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Film Review: Civil War

Alex Garland enters the battlefield of combat zone journalism

"...battle-numbed photographer Lee (Kirsten Dunst) and adrenaline junkie writer Joel (Wagner Moura) is to get the last interview with..."

March 14, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

How Acclaimed Sushi Chef Tyson Cole Achieved His Dreams in Austin and Beyond

The chef behind Uchi (and several more notable restaurants) gets Hai all the time

"...on the sushi bar." His face brightens. "And I loved the interaction. I loved being in front of people..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Food Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

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

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...Painted Director: Isaac Gale, Ryan OlsonProducers: Isaac Gale, Paul Lovelace, David McMurry, Ryan Olson, Ben Wu Legendary musician Swamp..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Beerburg’s Beers Made by Walking Festival, Joel Taylor’s Little Nishi, Fierce Whiskers’ Bourbon Battle, the Quesoff’s Cheesy Splendor, and More

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

"...up a tasty pie by Philip Speer or Abby Love or Sarah Heard or Laila Bazahm or David Norman..."

Nov. 8, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin's Hip-Hop Pioneers, in Their Own Words

The Austin History Center-archived rappers and industry innovators share stories

"...Erika Sodie: "The scene was all guys, and I loved my shock value. They'd be in the circle at..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Master Gardener

A lesser study in collapsing masculinity from Paul Schrader

"...Directed by: Paul Schrader. Starring: Joel Edgerton, Quintessa Swindell, Sigourney Weaver, Esai Morales, Victoria Hill,..."

May 19, 2023 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

SXSW Film Review: Parachute

Addiction and romance clash in this truthful drama

"...the rules of recovery say no to falling in love so soon. Their relationship cements quickly, and while they're..."

March 12, 2023 Screens Post by Rod Machen

SXSW Goes Monster Hunting With Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves

Evil Dead Rises and more added to festival lineup

"...List: Courtney Eaton, Thomas Mann, Francesca Reale, Gina Rodriguez, Joel McHale, Scott Mescudi, Dave Bautista, Jennifer Westfeldt, Kathryn Gallagher,..."

Jan. 11, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Banderas is back in the boots in this superior Shrek spin-off

"...Directed by: Joel Crawford...."

Dec. 23, 2022 Movie Review by Sarah Jane

Other Worlds Says Sorry About the Demon

Sci fi film fest announces final lineup for final outing

"...Hibernation D: Joel Benjamin On a damaged interstellar science vessel, an aging..."

Nov. 15, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Resurrecting Recipes of Austin Restaurants Past

Eldorado owner Joel Fried brings dearly departed dishes back to life

"...los Muertos, which means it's time to reflect on loved ones who have passed on and honor them while..."

Oct. 28, 2022 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Review: Georgetown Palace Theatre's Cabaret

A risky and risqué staging opens the company's season of stalwart productions

"...Liza Minnelli as the overly theatrical Sally Bowles and Joel Grey as the nightclub's impish, androgynous, and sardonic Emcee...."

Oct. 21, 2022 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

Five Great Gifts For Father’s Day

It’s almost time to honor your paterfamilias again

"...FUEGO BOXWe enjoy – oh, boy howdy, we fuckin’ love – hot sauce here at the Austin Chronicle. It’s..."

June 6, 2022 Chronolog Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Texan Catherine Cohen Brings New York Opulence to Moontower Comedy

Moontower star talks musicals, oversharing, and what she's reading now

"...Seek Treatment, a conversation about "boys, sex, dating, and love" with writer/comedian Pat Regan. Both appear at the Creek..."

April 15, 2022 Arts Feature by Rachel Rascoe

The Wildcards of TV and Cinema in 2021

Highs, lows, and strange moments that caught our critics eyes

"...away everything from his life that he does not love. But when he talks about his dream dish ("Liver..."

Dec. 30, 2021 Screens Post by The Screens Staff

Licorice Pizza

PTA's San Fernando Valley memories are blurrily sentimental

"...Anderson, it's a simple one: Who is deserving of love? It's an explicit theme in Magnolia and Punch Drunk..."

Dec. 24, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Review: Olivia Rodrigo’s First-Ever Full Concert Performance

Austin City Limits taping marks a moment of career-making distinction

"...the scorned narrator laments an ex turning a new love on to Billy Joel songs by singing “Uptown Girl”..."

Oct. 3, 2021 Music Post by Chad Swiatecki

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Capyac, Marquis Hill, and Willie headline our recommended shows for the week

"...signs. Hill brings an all-star quintet including rising stars Joel Ross, Kendrick Scott, and Walter Smith III, so expect..."

Aug. 20, 2021 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

The Green Knight

Dev Patel and David Lowery enchant with this astounding Arthurian myth

"...Directed by: David Lowery. Starring: Dev Patel, Alicia Vikander, Joel Edgerton, Sarita Choudhury, Sean Harris, Kate Dickie and Barry..."

July 30, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Austin FC Scores, Austin Craft Beer Assists

Where beer and soccer intersect

"...“One thing I love about both soccer and beer, is that they provide..."

April 9, 2021 Features Feature by Eric Puga

Happily

Deliciously acerbic comedy finally knows what to do with Joel McHale

"...Directed by: BenDavid Grabinski. Starring: Kerry Bishé, Joel McHale, Stephen Root, Paul Scheer, Natalie Zea, Al Madrigal,..."

March 26, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Brothers by Blood

Cold and slow gang war on the streets of Philadelphia

"...Directed by: Jérémie Guez. Starring: Matthias Schoenaerts, Joel Kinnaman, Maika Monroe, Felix Scott, Paul Schneider and Ryan..."

Jan. 29, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Croods: A New Age

Pointless prehistoric sequel hasn’t evolved at all

"...Directed by: Joel Crawford...."

Nov. 27, 2020 Movie Review by Jenny Nulf

Shop Local During the Holiday and Fill Your Belly With Delicious Carbs

Treats to soothe your soul

"...in locally made carby goodness – and spreading that love around. If you're an anxiety baker with plans to..."

Nov. 20, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Love and Monsters

The path of true romance runs far from smooth after the monsterpocalypse

"...Young romance gets squishy in a new way as Joel Dawson (O’Brien) risks life, limb, and heart in his..."

Oct. 16, 2020 Movie Review

Can You Still Get Coffee from Little City, Though?

Or is that a nostalgia-tinted dream of old-school townies?

"...the Little City brand was acquired by Casa Brasil’s Joel Shuler after the physical cafes shuttered...."

Aug. 3, 2020 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re playing

"...as a refreshed lineup. Guitarist Chase Dungan and bassist Joel Coronado join the core duo of vocalist Audrey Campbell..."

July 31, 2020 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Burnie Burns Leaves Rooster Teeth

Founder departs, studio eyeing first look deal

"...Matt Hullum, Geoff Ramsey, Jason Saldaña, Gus Sorola, and Joel Heyman, Rooster Teeth went from operating out of a..."

June 11, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Becky

Because sometimes you just have to deal with a few neo-Nazis the old-fashioned way

"...Directed by: Jonathan Milott and Cary Murnion. Starring: Joel McHale, Kevin James, Lulu Wilson, Amanda Brugel, Robert Maillet,..."

June 5, 2020 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

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