King's Ransom

A mirthless comedy about venal people doing stupid things.

"...Directed by: Jeff Byrd. Starring: Anthony Anderson, Donald Faison, Regina Hall, Jay Mohr, Kellita Smith, Loretta Devine, Nicole Ari..."

April 29, 2005 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Austin-Based Ten Atoms Signs Regina Spektor and the Breeders in National Expansion

Ryan Matteson discusses his artist management firm's new Chicago office

"...to its well-rounded roster of talent: off-center 2000s-launched singer-songwriter Regina Spektor, Nineties alt-rock pioneers the Breeders, and, recently, up-and-coming..."

Sept. 8, 2023 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

Elizabeth: Heart of a King

Lorella Loftus' ambitious new bio-play boasts strong performances by the three women portraying the Virgin Queen

"...Lorella Loftus' ambitious new bio-play, Elizabeth: Heart of a King...."

Jan. 18, 2013 Arts Review by Jillian Owens

Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous

No medals will be awarded for this Sandra Bullock follow-up, although the actress proves herself an ever-game comic actress.

"...Directed by: John Pasquin. Starring: Sandra Bullock, Regina King, Enrique Murciano, William Shatner, Ernie Hudson, Heather Burns,..."

March 25, 2005 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

One Night in Miami ...

Regina King’s directorial debut floats like a butterfly, stings like a bee

"...Directed by: Regina King. Starring: Kingsley Ben-Adir, Eli Goree, Aldis Hodge, Leslie..."

Jan. 8, 2021 Movie Review by Selome Hailu

The Harder They Fall

Jonathan Majors is a true star in this pretty but by-the-numbers Western

"...Jeymes Samuel. Starring: Jonathan Majors, Idris Elba, Zazie Beetz, Regina King, Delroy Lindo, LaKeith Stanfield, RJ Cyler, Edi Gathegi,..."

Oct. 29, 2021 Movie Review by Sarah Jane

If Beale Street Could Talk

Moonlight director Barry Jenkins adapts Baldwin's tale of love and racism

"...Directed by: Barry Jenkins. Starring: KiKi Layne, Stephan James, Regina King, Aunjanue Ellis, Colman Domingo, Teyonah Parris and Brian..."

Dec. 21, 2018 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

A Cinderella Story

Hilary Duff's Cinderella tale goes splat like a pumpkin.

"...Hilary Duff, Jennifer Coolidge, Chad Michael Murray, Dan Byrd, Regina King and Paul Rodriguez. There’s something of a threat..."

July 16, 2004 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Daddy Day Care

"...Starring: Eddie Murphy, Jeff Garlin, Anjelica Huston, Steve Zahn, Regina King, Kevin Nealon, Lacey Chabert, Khamani Griffin, Shane Baumel,..."

May 9, 2003 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Jerry Maguire

"...Gooding, Renee Zellweger, Kelly Preston, Jerry O'Connell, Jay Mohr, Regina King, Bonnie Hunt, Jonathan Lipnicki and Todd Louiso. Jerry..."

Dec. 13, 1996 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Down to Earth

"...by: Paul Weitz and Chris Weitz. Starring: Chris Rock, Regina King, Mark Addy, Frankie Faison, Eugene Levy, Greg Germann,..."

Feb. 16, 2001 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Crime and Consequences

American Crime creator John Ridley talks about shooting in Austin, faith, race, and Felicity Huffman

"...and he has also written the screenplays for Three Kings and Red Tails, in addition to lots of television..."

Feb. 27, 2015 Screens Feature by Joe O'Connell

TV Eye

R.I.P. ER? Yawn. 'TV Eye' thinks replacement drama Southland could be even better.

"...came before. In this case, it's Southland, which is taking ER's coveted berth Thursday nights on NBC. Yes, it's..."

April 10, 2009 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

Over Her Dead Body

In this DOA romantic comedy, Eva Longoria Parker plays a ghost who haunts her former fiancé-to-be when it's time for him to move on.

"...Hepburn and Lauren Bacall, or even Salma Hayek and Regina King. Just think of the dialogue Billy Wilder or..."

Feb. 1, 2008 Movie Review by Josh Rosenblatt

Wrapped and Ready

"...lump of coal at the bottom of the Miramax stocking, Scream turned into a certifiable blockbuster, and thus quite..."

Nov. 27, 1998 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Austin Film Critics Release 2018 Awards Nominee Lists

Roster includes new stunt and mo-cap categories

"...Can You Ever Forgive Me? Olivia Colman, The Favourite Regina Hall, Support the Girls Toni Collette, Hereditary Best Supporting..."

Dec. 28, 2018 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Marjorie Baumgarten’s Top 10 Films of 2018

"...Tamara Jenkins' groundbreaking dramedy about human-fertility issues finds perfect partners in Kathryn..."

Dec. 28, 2018 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Sarah Jane’s Top 10 Films of 2021

"...Daniel Kaluuya is a powerhouse in Shaka King's amazing look at the life and murder of Fred..."

Dec. 17, 2021 Screens Feature by Sarah Jane

TV Eye

Here at last, here at last:'The Boondocks' on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim

"...and admires white people. He believes there's only one King – Elvis – and the only reason black people..."

Nov. 4, 2005 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

Fall Film Previews

September

"...After taking a major stumble with Unforgettable, director Dahl will try..."

Sept. 11, 1998 Screens Feature

This Christmas

The film has the perfect formula for holiday cheer: redemption through sentimentality, salvation through schmaltz.

"...Elba, Chris Brown, Columbus Short, Keith Robinson, Laz Alonso, Regina King, Mekhi Phifer, Sharon Leal and Lauren London. I..."

Nov. 23, 2007 Movie Review by Josh Rosenblatt

A Thin Line Between Love and Hate

"...Directed by: Martin Lawrence. Starring: Martin Lawrence, Lynn Whitfield, Regina King, Bobby Brown, Daryl M. Mitchell, Roger E. Mosley..."

April 19, 1996 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Poetic Justice

"...Directed by: John Singleton. Starring: Janet Jackson, Tupac Shakur, Regina King, Joe Torry and Maya Angelou. Subtitled “A Street..."

July 23, 1993 Movie Review by Robert Faires

Austin Film Critics Association Announces 2018's Best Films and More

If Beale Street Could Talk, The Favourite big winners

"...categories to reflect both overlooked artists and developments in filmmaking. This year, the inaugural Best Stunts prize went to..."

Jan. 7, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Steve Davis’ Top 10 Films of 2018

"...Elsie Fisher (Eighth Grade), Nicole Kidman (Boy Erased), Regina King (If Beale Street Could Talk) Best Director..."

Dec. 28, 2018 Screens Feature by Steve Davis

HBO's The Leftovers Premieres at the Paramount

Locally shot show unveils second season at red carpet event

"...family has been added to the mix, helmed by Regina King (who plays Erika Murphy, and was recently in..."

Oct. 5, 2015 Screens Post by Rod Machen

HBO's The Leftovers Finds New Life in Austin

The second coming

"...confusion. From this arises the Guilty Remnant, a nihilistic chain-smoking cult of survivors dressed in white who prod the..."

Oct. 2, 2015 Screens Feature by Joe O'Connell

Our Family Wedding

This is a formulaic wedding comedy about mismatched families, but thanks to several appealing performances, this rote exercise turns out better than most.

"...Rick Famuyiwa. Starring: America Ferrera, Forest Whitaker, Carlos Mencia, Regina King, Lance Gross, Diana-Maria Riva, Lupe Ontiveros and Anjelah..."

March 12, 2010 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Year of the Dog

In his directorial debut, Mike White embraces the awkward with this story of a woman (played by Molly Shannon) who just wants to be loved.

"...Directed by: Mike White. Starring: Molly Shannon, Laura Dern, Regina King, Thomas McCarthy, Josh Pais, John C. Reilly and..."

April 27, 2007 Movie Review by Toddy Burton

The Mob House Rules

Trail of Dead introduces their new epic release to the world

"...by the Trail of Death." Following segments with Ray's Regina King and Underground Garage capo Little Steven Van Zandt,..."

Jan. 28, 2005 Music Feature by Christopher Gray

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