Austin Filmmaker Greg Kwedar On His Acclaimed Thriller Transpecos

Blood on the border

"...to know he's falling prey to Hobbs' cynicism. Davis (Johnny Simmons, Discovery Channel's Klondike) is the new kid, technically..."

Sept. 9, 2016 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Film Announces Features Lineup

Competitive narratives and docs unveiled, plus more

"...next 24 hours may cost them their lives. Cast: Johnny Simmons, Gabriel Luna, Clifton Collins, Jr. (World Premiere) DOCUMENTARY..."

Feb. 2, 2016 Screens Post by Josh Kupecki

The Last Rock & Roll Deejay

KLBJ cans legendary Johnny Walker

"...For 16 years Johnny Walker was part of Austin rock & roll radio,..."

April 13, 2007 News Feature by Kevin Brass

Transpecos

Border-patrol officers get in way over their heads

"...by: Greg Kwedar. Starring: Gabriel Luna, Clifton Collins Jr., Johnny Simmons, Oscar Avila, David Acord and Alma Martinez...."

Sept. 9, 2016 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

Jennifer's Body

There are few laughs and even fewer scares in Diablo Cody's followup to her smash hit Juno.

"...Directed by: Karyn Kusama. Starring: Megan Fox, Amanda Seyfried, Johnny Simmons, Adam Brody, J.K. Simmons, Amy Sedaris and Cynthia..."

Sept. 18, 2009 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

SXSW Film Review: Transpecos

Border patrol officers get in over their heads in this tense thriller

"...to do right by all involved. Benjamin Davis is Johnny Simmons, a newbie whose secrets are quickly exposed. With..."

March 14, 2016 Screens Post by Kahron Spearman

The To Do List

The twist in this raunchy loss-of-virginity comedy starring Aubrey Plaza is that it comes from a teenage girls' perspective.

"...Directed by: Maggie Carey. Starring: Aubrey Plaza, Johnny Simmons, Bill Hader, Alia Shawkat, Sarah Steele, Scott Porter,..."

July 26, 2013 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

What a 'To Do'

Maggie Carey talks about improv, Clinton, and her daughters' convent

"...1990s nostalgia. Supporting cast members Bill Hader, Rachel Bilson, Johnny Simmons, Alia Shawkat, and Sarah Steele maximize the comic..."

July 25, 2013 Screens Post by Amy Gentry

The Perks of Being a Wallflower

This film adaptation of the bestselling, much-loved YA novel about young social outcasts finding their way is marred by its its sunny optimism.

"...Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller, Nina Dobrev, Mae Whitman, Johnny Simmons, Melanie Lynskey and Paul Rudd...."

Sept. 28, 2012 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

The Conspirator

Robert Redford directs this historical movie about the trial of Mary Surratt, who was convicted of conspiracy to assassinate Abraham Lincoln.

"...Wilkinson, Danny Huston, Alexis Bledel, Justin Long, Norman Reedus, Johnny Simmons, Toby Kebbell and Stephen Root. A little-known chapter..."

April 15, 2011 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Hotel for Dogs

Hotel for Dogs is a family-friendly operation, and all the pooches in the pic provide ample opportunities for poop jokes.

"...Jake T. Austin, Lisa Kudrow, Kevin Dillon, Don Cheadle, Johnny Simmons, Troy Gentile and Robinne Lee. The conventional image..."

Jan. 23, 2009 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Evan Almighty

Steve Carell's new film is a mild laffer instead of a divine comedy.

"...Michael Higgins, Jonah Hill, Jimmy Bennett, Graham Phillips and Johnny Simmons. The crowds may respond rapturously to this Bruce..."

June 22, 2007 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Emmis Shoe Falls at KLBJ

The new radio business model comes to KLBJ-FM

"...Stones and Aerosmith for Austin's hard rock faithful, Peg Simmons is still reeling from the abrupt end last month..."

July 16, 2004 News Feature by Kevin Brass

The Huntress Captured by the Game

"...punk in the late Seventies, The Boy Looked at Johnny. Small wonder her view of the royal family is..."

Aug. 27, 1999 Books Feature by Margaret Moser

Full-Court Press

Meet the slam-dunk speakers of SXSports

"...Other panels may boast more prominent speakers – Bill Simmons, Nate Silver, and the U.S. Men's Soccer coach Jürgen..."

Feb. 28, 2014 Screens Feature by Chase Hoffberger

The Other Stars in the Galaxy

"...THE ASTRONAUT'S WIFE D: Rand Ravich; with Johnny Depp, Charlize Theron, Donna Murphy...."

May 21, 1999 Screens Feature

How to Make an American Quilt

Not nearly as remarkable as its distinguished cast, but fine entertainment for a lazy day.

"...Winona Ryder, Alfre Woodard, Ellen Burstyn, Anne Bancroft, Jean Simmons, Kate Nelligan, Samantha Mathis, Johnathon Schaech, Dermot Mulroney, Kate..."

April 6, 2001 Screens Review by Stephen MacMillan Moser

SXSW Film Releases Full Feature Lineup

Slate includes everyone from Wes Anderson to the Zellners

"...brotherhood. Cast: Jeremy Sisto, David Walton, Joshua Rush, J.K. Simmons, Amy Smart (World Premiere) (SXsports screening)..."

Jan. 30, 2014 Screens Post by Monica Riese

Dancing About Architecture

Tosca are no Slackers, Pong bounces back, the Dicks still hate the police, and Ken Lieck finds a new journalist pal in this week's "Dancing."

"...weeks. This issue's new kid off the block is Johnny Goudie and his last-namesake band, who have opted to..."

July 6, 2001 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Reissues

"...again get "Better Days," "Blowin' Like a Bandit" (with Johnny Gimble's fiddle), and a great cover of "One Paper..."

July 28, 1995 Music Feature

SXSW 2012 Film Lineup Announced

'21 Jump Street' selected as Centerpiece Film

"...friendship. Cast: Jacob Wysocki, Matt O'Leary, Billy Campbell, Lilli Simmons, Dylan Arnold (World Premiere)..."

Feb. 1, 2012 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Dialing for Dollar$

Austin radio stations scramble to keep the money flowing in a strange new media world

"...icon. Among the casualties were midday disc jockey Peg Simmons, who had been with the station for 22 years,..."

Dec. 17, 2004 News Feature by Kevin Brass

Naked City

"...and unusual punishment, in the case of Missouri's Christopher Simmons, condemned for a robbery and murder he committed when..."

Jan. 30, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

1999-2000 Award Winners

"...5. Johnny Slug, Atomic CafeFolk1. Terri Hendrix 2. Sara Hickman..."

March 17, 2000 Music Feature

Road Shows

"...FRI 13 Buddy Simmons Band, The Mercury..."

March 6, 1998 Music Feature

This Magic Moment

15 Years of the Austin Music Awards

"...the True Believers, the unveiling of Gibby Haynes' and Johnny Depp's P, and Kris McKay's Too Many Girls...."

March 7, 1997 Music Feature by Andy Langer

You Can’t Put Your Arms Around a Memory

Departing Chronicle Music Editor Raoul Hernandez passes the reigns [sic] to Kevin Curtin with 10 anecdotes from 27 years.

"...for every Stones date within a 1,500-mile radius. 2) Johnny Cash @ Emo's (1994)..."

July 23, 2021 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

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

Festival drops complete lineup, with 2020 titles getting their shot

"...Meeten, Katherine Parkinson, Kris Marshall, Alice Lowe, Mandeep Dhillon, Johnny Vegas, Steve Oram, Craig Parkinson, Kevin Bishop, Pippa Haywood..."

Feb. 10, 2021 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

35 Years of the Austin Music Awards

Living in a dream

"...the Seventies, and initially propelled by Moser and Bob Simmons, the AMAs became the physical manifestation of the Austin..."

March 3, 2017 Features Feature by Doug Freeman

Yes Yes: Sundance Announces 2014 Class

Austinites a-plenty in Competition and NEXT slates

"...face the realities of their lives. Cast: Anne Hathaway, Johnny Flynn, Mary Steenburgen, Ben Rosenfield...."

Dec. 4, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

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