Nerd Ascending

Simon Pegg's star trajectory

"...Entertainingly alternating, as it does, between being a trenchant memoir on the sometimes comic..."

June 10, 2011 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

What We Do in the Shadows

Cleverly executed, this vampire spoof by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi, is a lot of fun.

"...What’s worse than having a flatmate who hasn’t done the dishes in five years? How about if they’re..."

Feb. 27, 2015 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Who Do You Love?

Jennifer Weiner returns with what might be her best love story yet

"...author Jennifer Weiner just released her 12th book, Who Do You Love. The sure-to-be smash is a classic love..."

Aug. 18, 2015 Arts Post by Jessi Cape

How Do You Say 'Ouch' in Caveman Speak?

Cavemen crash, but there's a new hope

"...a UT alum and a former Chron contributor (as well as classmate of yours truly) – took a club..."

June 16, 2008 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

A Nerd in King Vidiot's Court (or in Uncle Rico's Van)

Jon Gries will not pull a "Tiffany-mall-tour-type thing" and act above the crowd at the Alamo Drafthouse Downtown; he will enjoy Napoleon Dynamite and Joysticks along with you

"...with Stephen Frears and the Polish Brothers, Gries might well be one to disagree, but we're going to go..."

May 4, 2007 Screens Feature by Carson Barker

White Reaper's Hunter Thompson Discusses the Band's Evolution and His Guitar Nerd DNA

ACL Fest's a homecoming for the Austin-based guitarist

"...A refreshing dose of fast, catchy rock and roll. Four years and..."

Oct. 1, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Nerd Burn

How WEFAIL Web design has found success while spending way too much time online

"...AMLI Downtown: The au courant 2nd Street District is disorienting me,..."

Feb. 17, 2006 Screens Feature by Wells Dunbar

Simon Pegg Gets the Kids All Swoony

BookPeople spies a Missed Connection for nerds

"...The book in question is Nerd Do Well, in which the co-creator and co-star of..."

June 11, 2011 Books Post by Kimberley Jones

The Luv Doc: Getting Good Gigs

Have a band. Play music. Enjoy it. Nerd the fuck out.

"...Dear Luv Doc, I am a drummer in a good band, but..."

Aug. 8, 2014 Column by The Luv Doc

The Accountant

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

"...kills it, but in terms of execution, The Accountant doesn’t add up...."

Oct. 14, 2016 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

In the Land of Women

Adam Brody stars in this movie, which also features Kristen Stewart and Meg Ryan, as a young man creeping toward adulthood.

"...of 26. Playing an older variation of his too-cool-for-school nerd, Brody is this movie’s drifting soul loose in “the..."

April 20, 2007 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Around the World of Weird

The many genre delights of Fantastic Fest 2008

"...everywhere in Asia to almost the entire EU, as well as Russia (but not, sadly, Georgia), Canada, and Fantastic..."

Sept. 12, 2008 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

Overwrought take on DC Comics’ two most popular characters

"...Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Jeremy Irons, Holly Hunter, Gal Gadot, Scoot McNairy and Michael Shannon...."

March 25, 2016 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Luv Doc: Constant Correction

You can surely do better than 20/20

"...Dear Luv Doc,..."

Nov. 1, 2019 Column by The Luv Doc

The Net

A Brief History of the Internet

"...Understanding the Internet is the first step toward nerd enlightenment. So what is it, anyway? It all started..."

Jan. 1, 1999 Screens Feature by John Avignone

Great Gifts for the Digerati

Computer Fun for Under $100

"...a computer geek on your gift list but you don't know your RAM from a hole in the ground...."

Dec. 19, 1997 Screens Feature by John Avignone

Talent Show 1989 and Catastrophe Theory

Though the shows Talent Show 1989 and Catastrophe Theory aren't related, the Getalong Gang's spoof of junior high talents and Stephen Pruitt's account of his career path both offer much in the way of entertainment

"...Usually when you see a double bill, the productions are somehow related, sharing a theme..."

June 2, 2006 Arts Review by Barry Pineo

Always Be Chloe-sing

Mary Lynn Rajskub on moving from 24 to stand-up

"...is luring viewers into comedy clubs to see Rajskub do stand-up...."

Nov. 12, 2014 Arts Post by Robert Faires

FF2012: Why 'The Collection' is All About Character

Marcus Dunstan brings the mask back for Fantastic Fest

"...Collection, director Marcus Dunstan sees a chance for a do-over. He said, "We tried to hit the home run..."

Sept. 23, 2012 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...traveling exhibition of his hip-hop posters, Bobby Dixon sits down to discuss his work with local library attendees. Dixon’s..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Girl God Checkmates Comedy

Trans comedy duo brings their new sketch show to Austin

"...Clark says and picks up the thread Freud lays down to weave into her own pattern. “And Grace was..."

Sept. 29, 2022 Qmmunity Post by James Scott

Summer Fun: Roadtripping, AAA-style

Nostalgia for TripTiks and roadtrips amps up during summer

"...My inherent nerdiness – devout consumer of newspapers, the dictionary, the phone..."

May 20, 2015 Design Post by Kate X Messer

Austin FC Recruits Familiar Face in Ethan Finlay

Veteran winger explains why joining ATXFC was an easy decision

"...Following a debut season that fell well below expectations on the field, Austin FC cleared room..."

Dec. 21, 2021 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Playback – Omnibus: Destination Unknown

Vetting City Hall's recommendations to Mayor Adler's arts Omnibus and unveiling Sound on Sound Fest's Renaissance location and debut lineup

"...The epic rundown, which can be read in full at ATXmusic.org, touches..."

July 1, 2016 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

'Dazed and Confused' and Together Again

After 20 years, the gang reunites for induction into the Texas Film Hall of Fame

"...with such vitality you feel you know them: Jason London as the golden boy athlete not willing to compromise..."

March 1, 2013 Screens Feature by Margaret Moser

The Q&A Hole: What's Your Favorite Book Of All Time?

With Michael Schaub, Kathryn Rogers, Matt Bucher, and more

"...We don't mean "What's the most important book you've ever read?"..."

Jan. 7, 2013 Books Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Who … Is … Couri Vine?

Comic-book creators Leah Lovise & Vanessa Shealy know – and are telling

"...Girl. Nerd. Superhero...."

July 27, 2016 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Chill Places to Cool You Off

The summer heat is your enemy. Let these locales be your refuge.

"...plenty of water and finding some shade is all well and good, but you’re going to need more than..."

June 13, 2016 Columns Post by Tucker Whatley

I Like to Watch

Exploring the nerd/jock dichotomy

"...by the trailing edge of Generation X, and they don’t really believe in anything...."

April 22, 2016 Screens Post by Jacob Clifton

The Geek Shall Inherit the Earth

A dystopian future meets a pop-culture obsessed past in Ready Player One

"...man inside living an ordinary life. But once the doors open, the reality of the situation becomes apparent. Out..."

Aug. 19, 2011 Books Feature by James Renovitch

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