The People’s Joker

Trans coming-of-age story filtered through superhero homage

"...Directed by: Vera Drew. Starring: Vera Drew, Scott Aukerman, Christian Calloway, Lynn Downey, Trevor..."

April 12, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Paramount Theatre Announces Star Wars, Pink Flamingos, Sin City for Summer Classics Film Series

Plus Robert Rodriguez gets his star on Congress Avenue

"...has announced when Robert Rodriguez will be getting his star on the Avenue of Paramount Stars. It’ll be part..."

April 11, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Sci-Fi Legend Ronald D. Moore to be Honored at Austin Film Festival

Battlestar Galactica reviver wins top writing award

"...at AFF, as the festival has already announced that Star Wars producer Kathleen Kennedy will receive this year's Polly..."

April 3, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

From Star Wars to Magpie, Daisy Ridley Traces an Eclectic Career in SXSW Session

The actress discusses the pleasures of producing

"...from the early days before her big break in Star Wars: The Force Awakens to her current projects that..."

March 11, 2024 SXSW Post by Jenny Nulf

Dune 2 Cinematographer Greig Fraser Makes the Desert a Home

Oscar-winner discusses the challenges of balancing projects

"...Edwards, with whom he had lensed Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. But then Dune 2 suddenly was set..."

March 6, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Star Wars Producer Kathleen Kennedy to be Honored at Austin Film Festival

Legendary force in film will receive Polly Platt Award

"...her career producing E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, which marked the start of decades of collaboration with Steven Spielberg, including cofounding..."

March 6, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Dune: Part Two

Frank Herbert’s galaxy-spanning narrative continues

"...Directed by: Denis Villeneuve. Starring: Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken,..."

March 1, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

A Boner Bizarre, Improvised Love Stories, and More Arts Events

Get some culture and love this week

"...to convince the locals to hand over their heritage. Starring Jenny Seagrove, a pre-Doctor Who Peter Capaldi, and another..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Founders Day

Slasher political satire should fall on its own blade

"...Directed by: Erik Bloomquist. Starring: Naomi Grace, Devin Druid, William Russ, Amy Hargreaves, Emilia..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Artificial Eye: Oren Soffer on Filming The Creator

Behind the camera of Gareth Edward's revolutionary sci fi blockbuster

"...discussing the project since they wrapped Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, with the plan to work together. The..."

Dec. 13, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

A Very Special Frasier at We Luv Video

130 animators come together for a tribute to the sitcom

"...he was inspired by fan-created video collage projects like Star Wars Uncut and Our RoboCop Remake, where fans and..."

Oct. 6, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Fantastic Fest Review: The Creator

Sci fi epic is grand in vision but can't fill its scale

"...But Edwards’ film – much like his Star Wars and Godzilla features – works far better as..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Screens Post by Matthew Monagle

The Creator

Spectacle and wonder in the AI wars never quite finds its emotional core

"...Directed by: Gareth Edwards. Starring: John David Washington, Madeleine Yuna Voyles, Gemma Chan, Ken..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Movie Review by Matthew Monagle

Fair Play

Office romance and intrigue intersect for tension with little weight

"...Directed by: Chloe Domont. Starring: Phoebe Dynevor, Alden Ehrenreich, Eddie Marsan, Rich Sommer, Sebastian..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Fantastic Fest Review: Animalia

Lyrical and beautiful alien invasion flick looks inwards

"...Sofia Alaoui's surprising Animalia begins as a startling but subtle indictment of the isolating effects of money...."

Sept. 22, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

HAAM Day, Ron Carter, and Pecan Street Festival lead our recommended shows

"...adds a unique metal twist to songs from the Star Wars franchise. Japanese metalcore group HANABIE. supports. Paul Simon..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

The Blocked "Death Star" Law Could Wipe Out Broad Areas of City Code

Austin Judge Maya Gamble ruled it's unconstitutional

"...opponents (and embraced by its supporters) – the "Death Star" law. You know, the weapon created by the fascistic..."

Sept. 1, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

GalaxyCon and the Pros of Cons During a Strike

Touring fan convention comes to Austin with surprising star power

"...and Kevin Nash; professional cosplayers and fan groups like Star Wars superfans the 501st Star Garrison; voice actors such..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

No Repeats, No Regrets: Metallica Catches Lightning in Arlington, Twice

Symmetrical nights on the M72 World Tour dug deeper into the catalog

"...11th album, is like Rogue One to the original Star Wars, a dark epic that fits within but exists..."

Aug. 21, 2023 Music Post by Austin Powell

Fantastic Fest Gets Toxic With The Toxic Avenger

Fall of the House of Usher, The Creator added

"...own Macon Blair. This reinvention features Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage as the mop-wielding hero, alongside costars Jacob..."

Aug. 15, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Indy's final adventure remembers the whip, forgets the charm

"...Directed by: James Mangold. Starring: Harrison Ford, Mads Mikkelsen, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Ethann Isidore, Toby..."

June 30, 2023 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

More Mondo Departures as Vinyl Leadership Exits

Austin-based soundtrack label sees more changes under Funko

"...label has released hundreds of albums, from mega-franchises like Star Wars, The Matrix, and Jurassic Park to indies like..."

June 28, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, June 16-22

"...the role of a purple racing snail. In his Star Wars appearances, he wields a purple light saber. Now..."

June 16, 2023 Column by Rob Brezsny

The Family That Films Together: Robert, Racer, and Rebel Rodriguez on Hypnotic

The moviemaking dynasty proves the value of working from home

"..."I was five years old when he first started writing this script," said Racer. "I definitely didn't expect..."

May 13, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

We Have an Issue: Spring Treats, Fantastic Comics, and Best of Austin Finalists

In this week's issue, we celebrate Austin's comic book artists and authors, and reveal the 875 nominees up for Best of Austin Awards

"...an away game in California (that'd be Willie Nelson's star-studded Hollywood Bowl two-night tribute; check out Doug Freeman's report..."

May 5, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

40th anniversary re-release for the closing chapter of the original trilogy

"...Directed by: Richard Marquand. Starring: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams,..."

April 28, 2023 Movie Review

Outlander Star Caitriona Balfe, Andor Creator Tony Gilroy Join ATX TV Festival Lineup

State of the industry panel also slated for June fest

"...Between the streaming wars, a looming writers’ strike, whatever the hell we’re calling..."

April 27, 2023 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Harry Ransom Center Celebrates Movie Storyboards With Poster Giveaway

Grab some art this weekend at the "Drawing the Motion Picture" exhibit

"...David Lean's Lawrence of Arabia, Alfred Hitchcock's Rebecca, the Star Wars films, and even major Texas movies including Dazed..."

April 8, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

CMT Music Awards Sticks the Landing of Austin’s First Major Televised Awards Ceremony

Moody Center prime-time production made the city part of the show

"...the entire show was an impressively run machine of superstar performances and seamlessly orchestrated prime-time television. The evening not..."

April 3, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

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Adam Driver takes on dinosaurs as a space traveler in the wrong era

"...Directed by: Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. Starring: Adam Driver, Ariana Greenblatt, Chloe Coleman and Nika King...."

March 17, 2023 Movie Review by Dex Wesley Parra

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