Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days

This third film in the tween series is funny without being in any way condescending to its target audience.

"...Frazzled parents of the tween boys (and girls) of summer, your cinematic savior has arrived. And, not surprisingly, it..."

Aug. 3, 2012 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Nothing Less Than Magical

Veterans of the Zilker Summer Musical recall enchantment on the hillside

"...When it's summer in Austin, you can count on at least two..."

July 4, 2008 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Swimming Pool

Ozon’s film is like Eric Rohmer meets Brian DePalma – questions of identity and perception come to the fore, but slowly.

"...W. might think of Ozon’s film, but I’m having fun trying nevertheless. On the one hand, it’s a mystery,..."

July 18, 2003 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Public Notice

Castle & Keep

"...a portion of the proceeds going to the Seton Fund health care nonprofit. 327-2914 or 327-0001. Fielding Dreams..."

June 11, 1999 Column by Kate X Messer

The Mummy Returns

"...than you can shake the Staff of Ra at: Summer movie season has officially arrived, and for once the..."

May 4, 2001 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Mission: Impossible Two

"...while the other group found it sorely lacking in summer action theatrics and generally too damn clever for its..."

May 26, 2000 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Starship Troopers

In this spectacle, lethal insects from outer space do battle with student soldiers. When in Austin recently, Oliver Stone called Starship Troopers "One of the best war films in recent years."

"...nuclear plasma from their butts? Starship Troopers, a classic summer blockbuster inexplicably displaced to mid-autumn, answers this timeless question..."

Nov. 7, 1997 Movie Review by Russell Smith

Heavyweights

"...Heavyweights does offer some entertaining dialogue and a few fun performances, such as Ben Stiller's Tony Perkis, the fanatical..."

Feb. 24, 1995 Movie Review by Alison Macor

Qmmunity: Pumpkin Spice Homoscopes

The seasons are changing, so find a new queer event to enjoy!

"...feeling the autumnal shift – the carefree skip of summer turned to a more thoughtful fall-time gait. While our..."

Sept. 8, 2023 Column by James Scott

SwimATX Tackles Lifeguard Shortage

Learn-to-swim program educates Eastside kids on water safety

"...city's Parks and Recreation Department faced down yet another summer of citywide lifeguard shortages, staff decided to try a..."

May 19, 2017 News Feature by Katarina Brown

My Year With Baywatch

To protect and surf

"...this show," but I'm pretty sure it was the summer of 2016, and whiskey was involved (a sure sign..."

May 19, 2017 Screens Feature by Josh Kupecki

Predators

This Robert Rodriguez-produced film doesn't try to be a sequel to the Schwarzenegger picture but, instead, is a new story about humans hunted by the merciless Predators.

"...the popcorn and surreptitious hip-flasks of your favorite tipple. Summer was made for this kind of film, and Predators..."

July 16, 2010 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Gay Place

So much queer fun this week

"...gaydar on this week cuz there's lots of queer fun to be had, aside from the usual great drag..."

July 14, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

Eastside Vibes: Come Experience the Culture

Celebrations, food joints, & moves to make on the Eastside this summer

"...joints, and moves to make on the Eastside this summer. Do it for the culture! Juneteenth Parade and Festival..."

May 24, 2017 Chronolog Post by Montinique Monroe

A Guide to Finding Beer Outside of Austin’s City Limits

Drinking outside of the box

"...a wide variety of styles from pale ales to funky farmhouse saisons, but when it comes to beer, less..."

May 19, 2017 Food Feature by Brandon Watson

Teacher's Day: School's Out Forever

Only Alice Cooper could describe leaving school for the last time

"...lunches fighting over Chinese food made us a beautifully dysfunctional family...."

May 6, 2014 Chronolog Post by Nina Hernandez

Public Notice

Austin's wheely hot this week and next with these fine skating fundraisers!

"...few weeks ago, we featured roller skating in our "Summer Fun" issue (May 11). Our recently and dearly departed..."

June 8, 2001 Column by Kate X Messer

Armageddon

"...kick-ass. That's about all you need to know about Summer '98's loudest testosterone-fest, the second in a death-from-above double..."

July 3, 1998 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Rock

Explosions and tough-guy heroics rule in this Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer production.

"...Harris, Michael Biehn and William Forsythe. The epitome of summer movie machismo, thus far. From the production team of..."

June 7, 1996 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Qmmunity: Spirits of Sobriety

Austin's queer community offers intentional alcohol-free events for the sober and sober curious

"...a taste of Austin Roundup, which also offers monthly fun in the form of bowling nights, dancing, bingo, and..."

July 7, 2023 Column by James Scott

Five Gifts of Literary Delight for You or Anyone Lucky Enough to Be Your Friends or Family

Sentence yourself to a long stretch of reading pleasure

"...Splendid Ticket is also as robust and harrowing and funny and beautifully written as the others; we’re just reluctant..."

Nov. 28, 2022 Books Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Bob’s Burgers Movie

The Belchers make the big-screen jump beautifully

"...he’s on camera in shows like Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp and Parks and Recreation, it’s..."

May 27, 2022 Movie Review by Sarah Jane

Five Things to Stuff Your Literary Stocking

Supercharge your personal, locally sourced library

"...an eclectic selection of recent works from talented locals. Summer Fun..."

Dec. 3, 2021 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Day Trips & Beyond: August Events Roundup

Adventures abound all the way up to Albuquerque

"...There’s still plenty of time to make summer road trip memories...."

Aug. 6, 2021 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Getting Kids Into the Act

Curtain up on GRRL Action and Vortex Summer Youth Theatre

"...The summer months give parents a unique challenge: what to do..."

July 22, 2005 Arts Feature by Barry Pineo

Putt-Putting to NeverNeverland

'Capt. Day Trips' shares his favorite Texas mini-golf hot spots.

"...This summer, why don't you aim your putter at one of..."

May 10, 2002 Features Feature by Gerald E. McLeod

Public Notice

This week, our sassy public service column "Public Notice" goes to the dogs.

"...too, anal about making sure your little buttinskis have fun this summer. Yes, folks, it's almost time for the..."

April 13, 2001 Column by Kate X Messer

Ways for Grownups to Act Like a Kid This July

Youthful diversions from kickball to video games

"...Remember when summer was all about Popsicles, pool parties, and playtime? If..."

June 30, 2022 Events Post by Katherine McNevins

Uncancel the Olympics With a DIY Decathlon

How one man became the world's greatest athlete* (of his backyard)

"...childlike energy and plenty of ingenuity. Since the Chronicle's Summer Fun theme is "re-creating summer traditions your own way,"..."

May 29, 2020 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Hell or High Water

Jeff Bridges, Chris Pine, and Ben Foster shine in West Texas crime film

"...over the flat, dry plains of our parched movie summer. Hell or High Water is a good but not..."

Aug. 12, 2016 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

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