Strays

Talking dog comedy returns with this R-rated riot where the pups get revenge

"...only nonliteral son of a bitch – is a PETA nightmare of a man. In the film’s opening sequence,..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Being Dead’s Wild Western Chase and Five More Songs From Austin Artists

New music picks from Nemegata, EXOTIC FRUITICA, Quiet Light, and more

"...If PETA wanted to earn some cool points, they'd snag Being..."

June 23, 2023 Music Column by Carys Anderson

Top Embarrassing Moments of Our Worst Residents

They live here, they give (us hell) here

"...investigating the aquarium (currently owned by Covino's wife) after PETA sent them a report detailing all kinds of alleged..."

Dec. 16, 2022 News Feature

BBQ Ramen Tatsu-Ya Is Open, ATX Grill RH Is Open, Lazarus No. 2 Is Coming, It’s Oinkers Away at Wine & Swine, Dovetail Pizza Is Imminent, and Something Something Halloween, Amirite?

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

"...enlightening heart-to-heart (or, perhaps, liver) with the folks from PETA…..."

Oct. 26, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin Aquarium Under Scrutiny Again After PETA Investigation

One fish, two fish, red fish, dead fish

"...of Ani­mals earlier this year. From March to July, PETA's undercover investigator, who worked as an employee of the..."

Sept. 23, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway

Meta ain't betta in this unlovable, self-referential sequel

"...in a spectacular animal rescue effort that would shame PETA. Like the jelly-bean sugar high in one of the..."

June 18, 2021 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Escape from Extinction

The important issue of global eco collapse becomes a PR push for zoos

"...a documentary about animal conservation is publicly criticized by PETA the week before its release. Then again, most films..."

Oct. 16, 2020 Movie Review by Matthew Monagle

Roddy Ricch Boxes Himself In at Sold Out Emo’s Show

Compton rapper delivers his chart-topping hit ... three times

"...“Every Season” “Down Below” “Start Wit’ Me” “Perfect Time” “Peta” “Elyse’s Skit” “High Fashion” “Boom Boom Room” “Bacc Seat”..."

Jan. 24, 2020 Music Post by Derek Udensi

PETA Names Daruma Ramen One of the Best Vegan Bowls of Ramen in North America

Animal-lovers are fans of the veggie broth and nontraditional flavors

"...and vegans alike with its Veggie Miso Ramen, which PETA has named one of the Top 10 Vegan Bowls..."

Jan. 15, 2020 Food Post by Zelly Martin

John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum

Welcome back, Mister Wick!

"...nominate Keanu Reeves' unstoppable hit man John Wick as PETA Spokesperson of the Year, as well as, in no..."

May 17, 2019 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Soccer Watch

"...with farm animals in attendance (see "Austin Bold Tells PETA to Go Kick a Chicken," Daily News, April 16)...."

April 19, 2019 Sports Column by Nick Barbaro

Bold Dropped the Ball

"...world is Austin Bold management thinking ["Austin Bold Tells PETA to Go Kick a Chicken," Daily News, April 16]?..."

April 16, 2019 Postmarks

Austin Bold Tells PETA to Go Kick a Chicken

"Farmer in the Del Valle" promotion raises animal activists' hackles

"...Sorry, PETA, but Austin Bold FC does not plan to cancel..."

April 16, 2019 News Post by Austin Sanders

Peter Rabbit

Beatrix Potter's amiable bunny gets a CGI makeover.

"...movie. As in the books, they bedevil the definitively non-PETA member Mr. Thomas McGregor (Gleeson), after Mr. McGregor senior..."

Feb. 16, 2018 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Luv Doc: An Embarrassment of Riches

The whole clingy aspect of physical affection

"...Then there is just the whole clingy aspect of..."

Jan. 12, 2018 Column by The Luv Doc

Your Weekend in Film

Choose your battle

"...sold out, you could do worse than this presumably PETA-approved animation.” 2 stars...."

Dec. 15, 2017 Screens Post by The Screens Staff

Ferdinand

A beloved children's book gets a mediocre screen adaptation

"...sold out, you could do worse than this presumably PETA-approved animation...."

Dec. 15, 2017 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Austin Film Festival Review: Mansfield 66/67

Did sexess spoil Jayne Mansfield, or was it … Satan?

"...from Anger, John Waters, A.J. Benz, Hitchcock blonde and PETA person Tippi Hedren (LaVey had a pet lion), as..."

Oct. 31, 2017 Screens Post by Marc Savlov

The Luv Doc: Dog Luv

The corporate culture here at the brick bunker is that there are no bad ideas

"...This week, Chronicle News Editor Chase Hoffberger came to..."

May 26, 2017 Column by The Luv Doc

Chronicle Recommends: Films About Chefs

Give your compliments to the chef with these four films

"...hindsight, likely aided and abetted the creation of both PETA, Morrissey, and, uh, Eli Roth. The genre’s original found-footage..."

May 24, 2017 Screens Post by Chronicle Film Staff

Not a Success Story

Dec. 27, 2016 Postmarks

Five Years of No-Kill in Austin

What has the city learned about animal welfare, and how far does it have to go?

"...That's part of the reason why PETA told the Star in 2014 that euthanasia is sometimes..."

Dec. 23, 2016 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

The Luv Doc: Meathead

Vegetarians are a little farty and occasionally sanctimonious

"...Personally, I don't have a problem with vegetarians. They're..."

May 20, 2016 Column by The Luv Doc

God Hates Me

Suffering through Austin's hangover cures

"...Hangover state of mind: Gisele Bündchen confronted by PETA protesters on the Victoria's Secret runway..."

March 18, 2016 Food Feature by Brandon Watson

The Luv Doc: Medicate as Needed

Nothing takes the edge off dealing with edgy people like a blissful buzz

"...Now, before I get into the meat of this..."

Nov. 20, 2015 Column by The Luv Doc

News Roundup: Bullhooks and Bikes

Plus knives, fires, and schools

"...didn’t include the Citizens Communication speakers who showed a PETA video – of very dubious provenance – to demonstrate..."

Aug. 10, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

Just Walk Away

"...local and organic turkeys as the “holy grail.” But PETA has found that many “humane” labels allow turkeys to..."

Feb. 11, 2015 Postmarks

Austin Film Festival: Popovich and the Voice of the Fabled American West

Cats and dogs living together

"...and good will should outweigh any concerns ani-moms and PETA-pops about Gregory Popovich’s joyful menagerie. Co-directors Jerry and Mike..."

Oct. 27, 2014 Screens Post by Marc Savlov

Housecore Horror Gets Heavy Again

Metal/horror festival announces first bands and a very special guest

"...Cattle Decapitation: Determined eco-controversialists, and PETA’s favorite deathcore combo...."

June 24, 2014 Music Post by Richard Whittaker

International Flavor

Josh Ebsworth takes his talent for barbecue back to England

"...“We have a lodger who is a member of PETA and freaks out at the sight of any meat,”..."

June 23, 2014 Food Post by Austin Heiberg

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