Howl

Howl is a must-see for Beat freaks and poetry geeks but might not be an enriching experience for newcomers to the work of Allen Ginsberg.

"...Directed by: Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman. Starring: James Franco, David Strathairn,..."

Nov. 12, 2010 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Ring of Fire

A talented cast and band evoke the Man in Black in TexARTS' Johnny Cash musical

"...singers and musicians it's assembled, it should have no problem drawing crowds for a toe-tapping good time...."

July 24, 2015 Arts Review by Elissa Russell

Playback: Mineral Reunites

Emo pioneers Mineral return

"...Rourke in the film's first minutes, Venus Illuminato singer Rob Franco plays poker with Powers Boothe and Joseph Gordon-Levitt,..."

Aug. 29, 2014 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

New Name, Same Game

S-Comm's end hasn't lessened the fear of deportation for Travis County's immigrants

"..."My record is clean," says Sulma Franco, a Guatemalan immigrant who made her way June 11..."

July 10, 2015 News Feature by Tony Cantú

'Don't Let It Get Weird'

SXSW Comedy bits: Maron offends Franco, Adomian in your face

"...tail. Both were later accompanied by Burning Love personalities Rob Huebel, Natasha Leggero, Ken Marino, and some guy sitting..."

March 11, 2013 Arts Post by Russ Espinoza

Spring Breakers

In turns appealing and horrifying, those contrasts are at the heart of Harmony Korine’s latest outing.

"...Vanessa Hudgens, Selena Gomez, Ashley Benson, Rachel Korine, James Franco and Gucci Mane...."

March 22, 2013 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

SXSW Adds Speakers, Films

Buzz Aldrin, Kesha, Cory Booker, Cecile Richards, and more

"...in the schedule, look for The Disaster Artist (James Franco’s retelling of the story behind cult smash The Room),..."

Feb. 7, 2017 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Film Unveils March Lineup

So much ado!

"...LICKS Director/Screenwriter: Jonathan Singer-Vine, Screenwriter: Justin "Hongry" Robinson The story of a young man, D, as he..."

Jan. 31, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

21 Jump Street

Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum go back to high school in this new take on the old TV series.

"...Miller. Starring: Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum, Brie Larson, Dave Franco, Rob Riggle, Ice Cube, Ellie Kemper, Nick Offerman and..."

March 16, 2012 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

SXSW Film Announces 2015 Lineup

Circling the Thunderdome

"...series, including the CW’s iZombie from Austin's native son, Rob Thomas...."

Feb. 3, 2015 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

SXSW Announces Film Lineup

Edgar Wright's Baby Driver, Ben Wheatley's Free Fire, and more

"...Like Me D: Rob Mockler A reckless loner, desperate for human connection, sets..."

Jan. 31, 2017 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

News AggreGAYte for the Week of Oct 11 - 17

Another young life lost and the ongoing anti-bullying movement

"...lately. If you need a smile, check out James Franco in drag! Hubba hubba...."

Oct. 11, 2010 Qmmunity Post by Rob Cohen

SXSW Film Releases Full Feature Lineup

Slate includes everyone from Wes Anderson to the Zellners

"...Favreau that was shot in part around town and Rob Thomas' Veronica Mars, as well as David Gordon Green's..."

Jan. 30, 2014 Screens Post by Monica Riese

SXSW 2012 Film Lineup Announced

'21 Jump Street' selected as Centerpiece Film

"...Matt Ruskin When Simon’s brother is arrested for armed robbery, he is asked to commit a string of similar..."

Feb. 1, 2012 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Sundance Announces Shorts Program

Texans get the nod

"...In the short doc category, Amy Grappell will screen..."

Dec. 8, 2009 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Titane to Open Fantastic Fest 2021

Cannes winner heads up this year's lineup

"...on this wild, rarely seen gem. Channeling Chan’s own acrobatic style, Mao avenges the defeat of her teachers using..."

Aug. 6, 2021 Screens Post

Trey Edward Shults Returns for Austin Film Festival

Portrait of a Lady on Fire, Blair Witch retrospective

"...on Fire, as well as the world premiere of Robert Port's Peace about war crimes in World War II..."

Sept. 24, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Film Festival Snags Chappaquiddick as Closing Night Film

Full lineup includes Call Me by Your Name, Three Billboards

"...Do You Want to See a Dead Body? Creator: Rob Huebel..."

Sept. 26, 2017 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Meal Times

July 12-17

"...for American and French independence by enjoying a six-course Franco-American dinner paired with wines. Reserve by phone or email...."

July 11, 2014 Food Column

Austin Film Festival Drops 20th Anniversary Lineup

'Inside Llewyn Davis' takes center stage

"...Michael Polish (writer/director); Josh Lucas, Jean Marc-Barr and John Robbins in attendance • Winter in the Blood – Ken..."

Sept. 17, 2013 Screens Post by Monica Riese

SXSW Announces Closing Night Film, Additional Programming

SXSW sets on 'The East,' 'Much Ado' panel corrals cast and crew

"..."His Spring Breakers" (no specific cast announced, but James Franco regularly cats around at Austin fests); a spotlight on..."

Feb. 13, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Warm Bodies

Last time in the director’s chair, Jonathan Levine made the feel-good cancer movie 50/50; now he's back with a clever and heartfelt zombie rom-com.

"...Directed by: Jonathan Levine. Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer, Rob Corddry, Analeigh Tipton, Dave Franco and John Malkovich...."

Feb. 1, 2013 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Oscars Shows Love for 'Open Heart'

Local producer gets Academy nod for Rwanda short doc

"...starring Nicholas Hoult (X-Men: First Class), and featuring Dave Franco, John Malkovich and Rob Corddry...."

Jan. 10, 2013 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

With a Twist: Literary Classics Get a Modern Makeover

"...D: Rob Schmidt; with Monica Keena, Vincent Kartheiser, Ellen Barkin, Jeffrey..."

Feb. 25, 2000 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Scanlines

Clueless

"...appearance by the Mighty Mighty Bosstones) and bright fashion-plate wardrobe, it's obviously not meant to transport the viewer back..."

Aug. 7, 1998 Screens Feature

Hot Movie Previews

Sneaking Into Summer

"...a grand- prize vacation to the Florida Everglades (which probably explains why this picture was postponed from release last..."

May 23, 1997 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten