Don't Think Twice

In this comedy about comedy, Mike Birbiglia nails what's funny and true

"...that infect the individuals. Young, creative sorts may more susceptible to these insidious and self-deprecating emotions, but Birbiglia’s acute..."

Aug. 5, 2016 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Penelope

Christina Ricci and James McAvoy star in this modern-day fairy tale about a girl who's cursed with a pig's snout for a nose but must find true love before the curse can be removed.

"...particularly good one, either, but for viewers who are susceptible to modern-day fairy tales that are heavy on whimsy,..."

Feb. 29, 2008 Movie Review by Josh Rosenblatt

In the Company of Men

"...readily consents, for the two men to target a susceptible woman for emotional abuse and then hightail it out..."

Sept. 5, 1997 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

La Cérémonie

"...classic summer movie fare. But for those who are susceptible to its hypnotic allure, it could rank among the..."

May 9, 1997 Movie Review by Russell Smith

Safe

Everyone is having a hard time putting a finger on Carol's problem, but nothing seems to cure her discomfort and, steadily, she wastes away. Is her problem medical, societal, or psychological? All of the above?

"...life-threatening hazard. And perhaps Carol is too gullible and susceptible to persuasion by sources apart from herself. Safe also..."

Sept. 22, 1995 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Drawn and Quarterly? Fantagraphics? A Few Recent Releases?

Yes: Our new comics-reviewing team gives 'em a look-see

"...Susceptible by Geneviève Castrée Drawn and Quarterly; hardcover, 80pp; $19.95..."

May 10, 2013 Books Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Clones-Clones Part-Part 2-2

"...friend explained to me, DNA in embryos is very susceptible to influences. Scientists use the term "gene expression." You..."

March 28, 1997 Column by Michael Ventura

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 19-25

"...of perfection.” In my observation, many of us are susceptible to this bad habit, but you Virgos tend to..."

April 19, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

My Old School

True-life high school tall tale takes a sickening, weird turn

"...also, in their own way, reinforce that everyone is susceptible to a good lie if it's told … not..."

Aug. 5, 2022 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, November 5-11

"...Sagittarius, because I'm concerned that right now, you're more susceptible than usual to making this mistake. But since I've..."

Nov. 5, 2021 Column by Rob Brezsny

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, September 11-17

"...CANCER (June 21-July 22): All of us are susceptible to fooling ourselves and lying to ourselves. And all..."

Sept. 11, 2020 Column by Rob Brezsny

The Luv Doc: Dog Herpes

Wherein the Luv Doc contemplates greater and lesser acts of bestiality

"...apologies for portraying the bowling community as being particularly susceptible to dog herpes. You're equally susceptible to contracting dog..."

June 28, 2019 Column by The Luv Doc

Ex Machina

Smart, sinister sci-fi film about human error and techno-terror

"...“Two Arresting Characters and That Other Guy.” (Analytical but susceptible, Caleb’s been rolled over so many times you can..."

April 17, 2015 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

The One I Wrote for You

This filmed-in-San Antonio indie tells a familiar tale about the soul-sucking music industry, but does so with an engaging cast and contemporary spin.

"...of rouge is the gateway drug that launches a susceptible soul onto an inevitable path of self-destruction. Characters are..."

Dec. 5, 2014 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Miss Lovely

Indian drama explores Mumbai's seedy, C-grade film industry in the late Eighties.

"...Christopher Doyle. The handheld camera is constantly moving (viewers susceptible to motion sickness may want to pop a Dramamine),..."

June 27, 2014 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

Wendy and Lucy

From the director of Old Joy comes this minimalist story about a girl (the elfin Michelle Williams) and her dog getting by in society's margins.

"...when you’re backed into a corner. Maybe I’m more susceptible: As a single woman living with debt and a..."

Feb. 20, 2009 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

To Your Health

Several years ago I stopped eating alfalfa sprouts when there were reports of bacterial contamination. Are there safe sprouts on the market now?

"...to hemolytic uremic syndrome with resultant kidney failure in susceptible victims, although otherwise healthy persons experience only diarrhea, nausea,..."

Dec. 6, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

How Much Mold?

AISD's notion of mold remediation might be too little money, too few schools.

"...those with respiratory ailments like asthma -- are more susceptible to the effects of mold, while others don't seem..."

April 19, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Even It Up

Odd guy Charles Harp advocates for even number and ponders the inherent beauty of rounding.

"...attractive. Do advertisers really think we consumers are that susceptible to such basic manipulation? Wrong question, Sherlock. The question..."

Jan. 14, 2000 Features Feature by Charles Harp

Polyester

"...distraction by her family and her surroundings and is susceptible to the overtures of the handsome drive-in owner played..."

Nov. 11, 1999 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

A Self-Made Hero

"...Resistance fighter. Albert's weak, eager-to-please nature makes him unusually susceptible to the idea, pushed on him by his mother,..."

Feb. 6, 1998 Movie Review by Russell Smith

Postmarks

Crisis Controversy

"...sequences of instructions to people and are therefore not susceptible to (computer) virus infections, is both fundamentally true and..."

Dec. 27, 1996 Column

The Evil of Two Lessers

"...cool, but one reason chronically malnourished kids are so susceptible to the lure of cigarettes is that nicotine is..."

Oct. 11, 1996 Column by Michael Ventura

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 12-18

"...more comfortable with expressing your authentic self and less susceptible to the influence of people’s expectations. Every one of..."

April 12, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

Electric Avenue

"...public health and keep in mind all the children susceptible to respiratory illnesses. It is relieving to hear the..."

March 31, 2024 Postmarks

Austin Pets Alive! Joins Campaign to Save Puppies From Parvo

APA! will educate dog owners about canine parvovirus

"...dogs per day in the U.S. Puppies are especially susceptible and roughly 90% of them die without timely and..."

Jan. 24, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

South by Southwest Falls for Ryan Gosling With The Fall Guy World Premiere

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...how our biological hard-wired neurological behavior makes us so susceptible to misinformation, and what we can do about it...."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Food Banks Work Toward Normalcy After Pandemic

As food insecurity rises, Central Texas Food Bank keeps helping

"...levels, Vatske says. CTFB, like most food banks, is susceptible to market fluctuations. It relies on the generosity of..."

Oct. 18, 2023 News Post by Jencie Tomasek

Opinion: The Conflict of Interest at the Center of AI Regulation Talks

Should Congress really be asking top tech CEOs how best to regulate their industry?

"...order to get reelected. The knowledge gap makes them susceptible to undue influence from experts as they lack in-depth..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Column by Jane Bernhard

Texas Prisons Are Cooking People Alive. Are We Okay With That?

Part 1 in a series about heat in prison

"...heat exhaustion. And you've got regular people that are susceptible too."..."

Aug. 11, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

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