Tracking Down Grief With The Head Hunter

Filmmaker Jordan Downey on a monster movie with a fractured heart

"...is its bastard spawn that will consume you. That's the message of The Head Hunter, the dark and emotionally..."

April 10, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Out of the Furnace

The writer/director of Crazy Heart returns with an all-star cast for his sophomore effort, which takes place amid the rusted-out lives of America's steel belt.

"...At first glance, the title of this film may conjure images of yet..."

Dec. 13, 2013 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The War at Home

"...Bates and Kimberly Williams. It's one of those terrific behind-the-scenes snafus Hollywood manages to pull on occasion: a major..."

May 16, 1997 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Yellow Birds

Iraq War veteran's novel gets a sadly uninspiring adaptation

"...back, not a man, just a broken boy. It's the classic modern veteran narrative, and one to which the..."

June 15, 2018 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

“Marianne Levy: Grimm Re-Articulated” at the Dougherty Arts Center

This exhibition of ceramic sculptures recasts fairy tales with animals who are more human than the people in the originals

"...long black cape; high curled collar; bloodred jewel at the throat – who rocks that eerie ensemble but Her..."

July 10, 2020 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Embattled Doctor Prevails Against the Texas Medical Board

The little guy wins

"..."Justice delayed is not necessarily justice denied, and sometimes the little guy wins."..."

June 24, 2022 News Feature by Michael King

History in the Making

A new exhibit at the Harry Ransom Center proves that no job is too small when it comes to 'Making Movies'

"..."Dear Bobby. You like my letters? Here's another."..."

Feb. 5, 2010 Screens Feature by Kimberley Jones

The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes

YA epic's prequel can't catch the book's inner fire

"...Rachel Zegler, Tom Blyth, Viola Davis, Josh Andres Rivera, Hunter Schafer, Peter Dinklage, Jason Schwartzman and Fionnula Flanagan...."

Nov. 17, 2023 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

The Luv Doc: Facial Hair

In the end the mortality rate of bearded vs. non-bearded people is exactly the same

"...look at some examples: Abraham Lincoln – shot in the back of the head. Jesus Christ – tortured and..."

Nov. 13, 2015 Column by The Luv Doc

The Poetry of Pain

The Fires

"...What fills the holes dug by lies; what breeds in dank silence;..."

Aug. 6, 1999 Books Review

Home for the Holidays

"...Directed by: Jodie Foster. Starring: Holly Hunter, Robert Downey Jr., Anne Bancroft, Charles Durning, Dylan McDermott,..."

Nov. 3, 1995 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Hateful Eight

Tarantino's latest opus screens in 70mm this week at two Austin venues

"...The eighth film by Quentin Tarantino, as the full onscreen..."

Dec. 25, 2015 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

No Prozac for the Wicked

The Cool Capers of Donald Westlake

"...Like God and the Devil, - - writer Donald E. Westlake has many..."

Dec. 26, 1997 Books Feature by Jesse Sublett

Mufasa: The Lion King

Live-action Lion King story continues with a sequel and prequel in one

"...for well-respected filmmakers and franchise spinoffs. First out of the gate was Kraven the Hunter, Sony’s latest attempt to..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Movie Review by Matthew Monagle

The Aura

A sure winner for arthouse audiences with crossover appeal, Fabián Bielinsky's The Aura spins a purely enjoyable web of intrigue within a meditative, dreamlike setting.

"...observant but inactive beta male who fantasizes about robbing the bank while waiting in line for a teller. Dumped..."

Jan. 26, 2007 Movie Review by Marrit Ingman

The Cat

"...Lee. Not since Jackie Chan's outlandish escapades in City Hunter has there been a Hong Kong action film as..."

Oct. 28, 1994 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Last Hero in China

"...Leung Kar-Yan and Gordon Lui Chia-Hui. From Wong Jing, the director of the endearingly silly Jackie Chan vehicle City..."

July 28, 1995 Movie Review by Joey O'Bryan

The Retrieval

Chris Eska's ambitious indie film is set during the waning months of the Civil War and tells a distinctive coming-of-age story.

"...Ambitious as all get out, The Retrieval is an indie film production that belies its..."

May 2, 2014 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Luv Doc: A Sexual Savant

On the dangers of following someone into a dark basement

"...ago, I have to say this town is something! The Greenbelt is maybe my favorite place so far, and..."

Sept. 12, 2014 Column by The Luv Doc

Scary Stories for the Thinking Man

Director Guillermo del Toro keeps company with the undead in two new films, Blade 2 and The Devil's Backbone.

"...Horror movies aren't known for their subtlety. It's a fact I reflect on as I..."

March 8, 2002 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

July Is Crime Month: The Crime Blotter, Week 2

A curated guide to unlawful activities around town July 8-14

"...Since July Is Crime Month at the Chronicle, the ruffians and reprobates at this rag want..."

July 7, 2019 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Getting Your Head Around (and Hands on) the Art of Abraham Cruzvillegas

Conceptual artist brings "Hi, how are you, Gonzo?" to the Contemporary Austin

"...Abraham Cruzvillegas' "Hi, how are you, Gonzo?," now at the Contemporary Austin, visitors are encouraged to get up close..."

May 3, 2019 Arts Feature by Barbara Purcell

It's Halloween, Do You Know Where the Scariest Football Game Is?

Stillwater, my friends

"...Welcome to Halloween football where the Longhorns sweat the weekend that killed last season and..."

Oct. 30, 2009 Sports Post by Joe O'Connell

The Pope of Avant Garde

Remembering William S. Burroughs

"...Just got the word that Burroughs died. A fine fellow, despite his..."

Aug. 15, 1997 Books Feature

SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen

New films from Ben Affleck, Nicole Kidman, Nic Cage added to fest

"...kicking off its 2025 Film & TV Festival with The Studio, the new Apple TV+ half-hour series from Seth..."

Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

The Linda Lindas, Momma, Caramelo Haze, JaRon Marshall, and more highlight our recommended shows

"...The Linda Lindas & Momma Free Shows..."

Jan. 13, 2023 Music Column by Alejandra Ramirez

Robert Rodriguez Opens The Book of Boba Fett

The Austin filmmaker takes the mask off Star Wars' enigmatic bounty hunter for new Disney+ show

"...Who's the coolest killer in Star Wars?..."

Dec. 24, 2021 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Many Heads of Aaron Turner

Speaking the truth with Isis frontman Aaron Turner

"...As the founder of Hydra Head Records and the frontman and..."

Feb. 26, 2007 Music Post by Austin Powell

The Brewer's Table Is Not Your Average Brewpub

Discussing the core values of Austin's forthcoming public house at SXSW

"..."It's not about how beer and food pair together," says Jake Maddux, founder of East Austin's upcoming restaurant,..."

March 9, 2018 Screens Feature by Adrienne White

Point Austin: The Powers That Be

The UT stalemate is one battle in an education war

"...resign by Oct. 1 or face possible dismissal by the University regents. The explicit reasons for Cigarroa's request were..."

July 11, 2014 News Column by Michael King

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