Edward O. Wilson: The Elegant Agitator

"...(Knopf, $22), conservationist philosopher and Harvard professor Edward O. Wilson calmly and with stately dignity aligns himself squarely in..."

April 12, 2002 Books Feature by Ric Williams

Isn’t It Romantic

Another entry in the bizarre "head trauma leads to female empowerment" rom-com genre

"...Directed by: Todd Strauss-Schulson. Starring: Rebel Wilson, Liam Hemsworth, Adam Devine, Priyanka Chopra, Betty Gilpin,..."

Feb. 15, 2019 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Pitch Perfect

Despite the cookie-cutter dysfunction seen in this college girls' a cappella group, this film film can be a lot of fun.

"...Directed by: Jason Moore. Starring: Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, Rebel Wilson, Skylar Astin, Ben Platt, Anna Camp, Adam DeVine,..."

Sept. 28, 2012 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Bachelorette

This comedy about four female friends on the eve of one’s nuptials is at times dangerously funny.

"...Directed by: Leslye Headland. Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Rebel Wilson, Lizzy Caplan, Isla Fisher, James Marsden, Adam Scott,..."

Sept. 28, 2012 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Where's the Joy in 'Super Fun Night'?

ABC's new show gets the comedy kiss-of-death: It's boring

"...created by and starring Bridesmaids and Pitch Perfect standout Rebel Wilson, made it to air is more interesting than..."

Oct. 2, 2013 Screens Post by Aleksander Chan

Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb

This well-worn premise still has some life in it.

"...by: Shawn Levy. Starring: Ben Stiller, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Rebel Wilson, Ben Kingsley, Ricky Gervais, Dick Van Dyke..."

Dec. 19, 2014 Movie Review by Louis Black

The Hustle

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels remake can't con its way to success

"...Directed by: Chris Addison. Starring: Anne Hathaway, Rebel Wilson and Tim Blake Nelson...."

May 17, 2019 Movie Review by Matthew Monagle

Pitch Perfect 3

Third time really isn't the charm for the Bellas

"...Directed by: Trish Sie. Starring: Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Elizabeth Banks, Anna Camp, Ester Dean, John Michael..."

Dec. 22, 2017 Movie Review by Danielle White

Pitch Perfect 2

Lightning may not be rebottled the second time around, but it's still a toe-tapping good time

"...Directed by: Elizabeth Banks. Starring: Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Hailee Steinfeld, Brittany Snow, Anna Camp, Hana Mae..."

May 15, 2015 Movie Review by William Goss

How to Be Single

This millennial romantic comedy wears that same old shaggy dress

"...Directed by: Christian Ditter. Starring: Dakota Johnson, Rebel Wilson, Leslie Mann, Alison Brie, Damon Wayans Jr., Anders..."

Feb. 19, 2016 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

The Art of Getting By

As coming-of-age dramas go, this one is flaccid and endlessly irksome.

"...Wiesen. Starring: Freddie Highmore, Emma Roberts, Michael Angarano, Rita Wilson, Blair Underwood, Elizabeth Reaser, Sasha Spielberg, Marcus Carl Franklin,..."

June 17, 2011 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Cats

You can’t teach old Cats new tricks

"...Dench, Jason Derulo, Idris Elba, Ian McKellen, Jennifer Hudson, Rebel Wilson, Taylor Swift and Robbie Fairchild...."

Dec. 20, 2019 Movie Review by Beth Sullivan

The Brothers Grimsby

Sacha Baron Cohen's spy comedy goes awry

"...by: Louis Leterrier. Starring: Sacha Baron Cohen, Mark Strong, Rebel Wilson, Freddie Crowder, Penélope Cruz, Isla Fisher, Jon-Jon Lockwood,..."

March 18, 2016 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Pain & Gain

One of the dirty secrets of modern American filmmaking is what a skilled director Michael Bay really is.

"...Directed by: Michael Bay. Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Dwayne Johnson, Rebel Wilson, Anthony Mackie, Ed Harris, Tony Shalhoub and Bar..."

April 26, 2013 Movie Review by Louis Black

We Can't Go Home Again

Piecing through Nicholas Ray's archive at the HRC

"...him in some way," says HRC film curator Steve Wilson. Best known as the director of Rebel Without a..."

Aug. 5, 2011 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Without Evidence: Executing Frances Newton

Another Texas death row case marked by official carelessness, negligence, and intransigence

"...every possible court," Harris Co. Assistant District Attorney Roe Wilson told the Los Angeles Times in November. "She killed..."

Sept. 9, 2005 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Food-o-File

Opening ceremonies

"...space above. The upstairs spot will be home to Rebel Pizza Bar with a menu of appetizers, salads, and..."

March 6, 2015 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

General Jackson

Artist and historian Jack Jackson remembered by those who knew him well

"...by all accounts as the first underground comic. This rebel form of art was the perfect graphic depiction for..."

Aug. 11, 2006 Arts Feature by Margaret Moser

Saturday-Sunday SXSW Live Shots

Saturday night SXSW showcase reviews

"..."Polyester Bride," still breaking hearts. – Richard Whittaker Gary WilsonLamberts, March 19..."

March 25, 2011 Music Feature

Cars and Speed and Flight

Just prior to his appearance at SXSW Film for a retrospective of his work, Monte Hellman talks about a career in film.

"...starring a young James Taylor, Beach Boy drummer Dennis Wilson, and Hellman regular Warren Oates, is about cars and..."

March 10, 2000 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

SXSW Adds 102 Movies to 2019 Film Festival Lineup

After Us, what else does the film fest have in store?

"...Red 11 screens straight after Rodriguez holds his Rebel Without a Crew Filmmaking Masterclass, one of a host..."

Jan. 16, 2019 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Rock & Roll Books

"...He's a Rebel: Phil Spector: Rock and Roll's Legendary Producer..."

June 1, 2007 Music Feature by Audra Schroeder

Land of 1,000 Dramas

Venues

"...by InterAct itself. The company's first artistic director, Alice Wilson, was also its resident playwright for many years, spinning..."

March 12, 1999 Arts Feature

That Old Revival Spirit

Testifying About Movies

"...D: Lambert Hillyer; with Lewis Wilson, Douglas Craft, J. Carroll Nash. (15 chapters)..."

June 13, 1997 Screens Feature

SXSW Film: When Angels Sing Red Carpet

March 10, 2013. 23 photos.

"...(l-r) Sophia Abraham, Jim Abraham, Rhiannon Rodriguez, Elizabeth Avellan, Rebel Rodriguez, Racer Rodriguez, Rogue Rodriguez and Rocket Rodriguez..."

March 11, 2013 Photo Gallery

Film Reviews

Recommended

"...to good effect for its ethereal ooooo-eeeee-ooooo sound. Brian Wilson used it, too, in the Beach Boys' "Good Vibrations."..."

Nov. 3, 1995 News Feature

Film Reviews

Recommended

"...to good effect for its ethereal ooooo-eeeee-ooooo sound. Brian Wilson used it, too, in the Beach Boys' "Good Vibrations."..."

Oct. 27, 1995 News Feature

Short Cuts

XL ent's "The 20 Greatest Car Movies of All Time" gets "Short Cuts" all in a tizzy, and an upcoming production from the Wilson brothers.

"...on a bluff, at midnight (à la the also-grievously-unlisted Rebel Without a Cause): Our Subie WRX vs. your, uh,..."

June 13, 2003 Screens Column by Marc Savlov

Texas Platters

"...Amaze Your Friends With X-Ray Glasses (Teen Rebel)..."

July 11, 1997 Music Review

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

Evil Dead Rises and more added to festival lineup

"...the eve of an organized attack. Cast List: Lulu Wilson, Seann William Scott, Matt Angel, Courtney Gains, Aaron Della..."

Jan. 11, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

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