Grandma

Lily Tomlin leads a dynamic cast down roads less traveled

"...Directed by: Paul Weitz. Starring: Lily Tomlin, Julia Garner, Marcia Gay Harden, Judy Greer, Sam Elliott, Laverne Cox,..."

Sept. 11, 2015 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

We Are What We Are

This effectively creepy horror story gives new meaning to the family film.

"...by: Jim Mickle. Starring: Bill Sage, Ambyr Childers, Julia Garner, Kassie DePaiva, Jack Gore, Kelly McGillis, Michael Parks and..."

Oct. 11, 2013 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Arthur

The bubbles have gone out of Russell Brand's remake of the 30-year-old original.

"...Directed by: Jason Winer. Starring: Russell Brand, Helen Mirren, Greta Gerwig, Jennifer Garner, Geraldine James,..."

April 8, 2011 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

'Natural Capitalism' in the Hills

The Crossings' earth- and economy-friendly integration into the Hill Country really is something to feel good about.

"...of Austin architecture, and Browning Construction Co. project manager Russell Garner delivered to the Becks and Omega a site..."

Sept. 19, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Blueprint for a Breakdown

Not Worth the Work

"...we prefer to pursue work other than AISD," says Russell Garner, vice president of the $30 million-dollar Browning Construction...."

Jan. 15, 1999 News Feature by Kevin Fullerton

Life, Death, and Shoofly Pie

Chatting with the Gourds' rabid online fan base, family through thick and BAD.

"...600-some-odd fellow fans about Chris Wagner's funeral details, Kevin Russell of the Gourds stepped forward to do so. And..."

Sept. 13, 2002 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

A Whole Lotta Lava Going On

Winter/Spring Movie Sneaks

"...BREAKDOWN D: Jonathan Mostow; with Kurt Russell, Kathleen Quinlan, J.T. Walsh, Rex Linn...."

Feb. 14, 1997 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Texas Book Festival 2019: The Full Lineup

Malcolm Gladwell, Sonia Sotomayor, John Grisham, and 300 more

"...ALL WEEK Hector Garcia SEX, POWER, AND PARTISANSHIP Paula Garner STARWORLD Cristina Rivera Garza THE ILLIAC CREST Gilbert Gaul..."

Aug. 28, 2019 Arts Post by Robert Faires

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Our readers talk back.

"...the 40,000 signatures cited by Nader campaign spokeswoman Debbie Russell referred to those submitted on Nader's behalf by Republican..."

Aug. 6, 2004 Column

Once Upon a Time in Austin

The films, the filmmakers, the crews, the making of a scene

"...Stephen Herek; with Tommy Lee Jones, Anne Archer, Kelli Garner, Shannon Marie Woodward..."

March 12, 2004 Screens Feature by Louis Black

Texas Titles in Toto

"..."Garner State Park," the Triumphs..."

Nov. 28, 2003 Music Feature

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Our readers talk back.

"...farmers. By selling direct to the consumer, farmers can garner about 95 cents on the dollar instead of 7..."

May 30, 2003 Column

Out of the Shadows

photograph by Todd V. Wolfson

"...lived in Europe for a year [touring with Calvin Russell], been all over the United States nine times, gotten..."

July 25, 1997 Music Feature by Andy Langer

Nothing Is Off-Limits for Comedian Gianmarco Soresi

The New Yorker isn’t afraid to make himself the punchline

"...around controversial figures like Michael Jackson and R. Kelly garner unwavering waves of laughter from his audiences. “I think..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Miranda Garza

Rodeo Austin: Everything You Need to Know

Aaron Watson, Flo Rida, Carly Pearce, and more to boot (scoot)

"...Chubby Knuckle Choir Rodeo Austin Arena, 7pm: ProRodeo & Russell Dickerson Outdoor Stage, 8pm: Dry County Band 100X Dance..."

March 8, 2023 Events Post by Dex Wesley Parra

Playback: John Doe Moves to Austin

X's John Doe moves to Austin, Adam Nurre celebrates his late bandmates, and The Shopkeeper takes Congress House Studio to the movies

"...in Nashville, the drummer will back Carson McHone and Garner Sloan. The lineup also includes Ben Ballinger, Haydon Hoodoo,..."

Feb. 10, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Wednesday Picks & Sleepers

Wednesday night SXSW blurbs

"...Pub The primary project of former Gourds frontman Kevin Russell finds him in the role of a jocular Flannery..."

March 14, 2014 Music Feature

SXSW Tuesday Showcases

Park your hiney at a Tuesday night SXSW showcase

"...Closing In." Superlative beerlight pop purveyors Moonlight Towers still garner spins of 2011's Day Is the New Night on..."

March 7, 2014 Music Feature

Film Flam

Festival fever relapse, plus awards and a local shoot

"...sister's journey through recovery from a methamphetamine addiction. Alumnus Russell O. Bush's short "Vultures of Tibet" was also nominated...."

Dec. 17, 2013 Screens Post by Monica Riese

Yes Yes: Sundance Announces 2014 Class

Austinites a-plenty in Competition and NEXT slates

"...Don Johnson, Sam Shepard, Vinessa Shaw, Nick Damici, Wyatt Russell...."

Dec. 4, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

SXSW 2012 Film Lineup Announced

'21 Jump Street' selected as Centerpiece Film

"...marriage, seeking answers to her mysterious pregnancy. Cast: Julia Garner, Rory Culkin, Liam Aiken, Billy Zane (North American Premiere)..."

Feb. 1, 2012 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

The Pilgrim: A Celebration of Kris Kristofferson

Record review

"...to Stephen Foster, is more "star"-laden and likely to garner more attention. Celebrating Kristofferson's 70th birthday, The Pilgrim shows..."

July 7, 2006 Music Review by Jim Caligiuri

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"...to society "at large" that the candidate did actually garner said votes to win an election? Can't your vote..."

May 23, 2003 Column

TV Eye

The best of the new fall shows

"...A comic-book, rough-and-tumble adventure series, plain and simple. Jennifer Garner stars as Sydney Bristow, a spy for the covert..."

Oct. 26, 2001 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

Jimmy Smith

"...like KGSR, and if any of their tunes here garner airtime, it could help introduce Smith to a new..."

Jan. 19, 2001 Music Review by Jay Trachtenberg

The GourdsBolsa de Agua (Sugar Hill)

"...hallelujah shine is mighty dark and old," sing Kevin Russell and company in gospel harmony on Bolsa de Agua,..."

Sept. 22, 2000 Music Review by Margaret Moser

Spotlights

"...a different kind of Scooby Snack -- tries to garner that appreciation is as double-dealingly backhanded as any of..."

March 12, 1999 Screens Feature