All the Gory Details

The Maestro of movie make-up Tom Savini talks about George Romero, the increasing popularity of CGI, and what it felt like to shoot a crotch-gun.

"...A man jumps onto the hood of a car and fires..."

March 24, 2000 Screens Feature by Jerry Renshaw

Trial of APD Officer Will Be One of the Most Consequential in Austin History

Here’s what it could mean for our city and for how law enforcement is held accountable

"...One of the most consequential trials in Austin history began this week,..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Years of the Dead

The Mexico of now, David Garza writes, is not held only within the borders of Mexico itself. It has spread northward, re-entered its old space, in a sense. For so many of the Mexicans, displaced but still infatuated with the idea of spirit and ghost, the nation itself is a ghost in the back of the head.

"...The Years With Laura Díazby Carlos Fuentes translated by Alfred..."

Oct. 27, 2000 Books Feature by David Garza

On the Case: No. 1

The Burnt Orange kids take on 'The Cassidy Kids': No. 1 in a series

"...Cinematographer PJ Raval furrows his brow watching the kids rehearse their scene in the treehouse...."

July 29, 2005 Screens Feature by Spencer Parsons

The Sound and the Fury

Local theatre Alamo Drafthouse teams silent films with live musical scores by favorite Austin acts.

"...The house lights are still up as the crowd files..."

Sept. 10, 1999 Music Feature by Jerry Renshaw

Qmmunity: A Bittersweet Goodbye From Q Editor Sarah Marloff

Sending it off with Mahogany Project and QueerBomb fundraiser

"...at every final episode of TV shows – even the ones I don't watch. It's what shakes me about..."

Feb. 7, 2020 Column by Sarah Marloff

Denny Freeman, the Graceful Guitarist Who Made Everyone Sound Better, Has Died

Masterful player had a foundational presence on Austin music

"...Denny Freeman, the soulful, musically deep multi-instrumentalist whose presence has been..."

April 25, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

The King's Man

Spy comedy threequel is a king-sized disaster

"...Directed by: Matthew Vaughn. Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Harris Dickinson, Djimon Hounsou, Gemma..."

Dec. 24, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Hightower Report

New Georgia driver license law keeps poor folks down; and family-owned businesses put people ahead of profits

"...THE NEW POLL TAX Anyone younger than 40 will not..."

Sept. 30, 2005 News Column by Jim Hightower

The Luv Doc: A Mental Health Problem

We should all be deeply ashamed that we have let things go this far

"...Last week another 26 people were killed by a mentally ill man..."

Nov. 10, 2017 Column by The Luv Doc

The Verde Report: MLS, Austin FC Capitalizing on World Cup Shake-Up

International talent is clamoring for MLS playing time. That’s good for everybody.

"...For the first time since World War II, four consecutive Julys..."

July 29, 2022 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

The Verde Report: Three Questions Austin FC Must Answer in Its Final Six Games

A supreme striker, mid-week matches, and more Qs in need of an A

"...Austin FC gets back to business this week when the Loons of Minnesota United head into town for a..."

Oct. 15, 2021 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Jolt Aims to Energize the Latino Vote

Local activist nonprofit engages a growing demographic

"...puffs of bright pink, teal, and rose bounced up the Texas Capitol steps and stood, swaying to classical mariachi..."

Sept. 1, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Snakes and Ladders

'The Man From Orlando' team recalls the high stakes of making their lo-fi first feature

"...in a snake-infested lake having a nervous breakdown." If there are life lessons that can only be learned from..."

Jan. 11, 2013 Screens Feature by Amy Gentry

Blue Ruin

Writer, director, and cinematographer Jeremy Saulnier colludes with actor Macon Blair to create an unusual spin on this revenge tale.

"...It’s clear from the outset that Dwight (played by Macon Blair in..."

April 25, 2014 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

One in a Crowd: Mustang Island

Giving a little boost to the home team

"...With new feature Mustang Island, we'll yell it proudly from the rooftops...."

Nov. 7, 2014 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Film Flam

Party with Kitsch and Kristofferson, 'Man From Orlando,' and more

"...To sidestep the regular disappointment that is New Year's Eve, one year..."

Dec. 27, 2012 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Mustang Island

A deft millennial comedy of manners

"...by: Craig Elrod. Starring: Macon Blair, Lee Eddy, John Merriman, Molly Karrasch, Jason Newman, Byron Brown and Haley Alea..."

Nov. 17, 2017 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

You Are Here

Cannes and the art of getting there

"...On the night you arrive in Cannes, you'll stand rooted to..."

May 30, 2014 Screens Feature by Michelle Mirsky

Take a Ride With ‘Blue Ruin’

Revenge proves tricky in Fantastic Fest gem

"...It’s clear from the outset that Dwight (played by Macon Blair in..."

Sept. 24, 2013 Screens Post by Marjorie Baumgarten

3 Reasons You Should Know John Merriman’s Name

And only one of them is because it’s easier to spell than 'Galifianakis'

"...Local actor/comedian/creative whirling dervish John Merriman is in the news this week. We're gonna count..."

Sept. 6, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

DVDanger: 'Haunter' / 'Hellbenders'

A supernatural weekend in home releases

"...nearly upon us: Distribution companies start releasing titles that they acquired there last year. A couple of weeks ago,..."

Feb. 22, 2014 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Five Austin Films to Stream Right Now

A local list of flicks to keep you from thinking about cedar fever

"...a little local flavor while you curl up on the couch and avoid the two weeks of the year..."

Jan. 12, 2018 Events Post by Josh Kupecki

'Zero Charisma' Rolls a Double Six on Distribution

Nerdist and Tribeca team up for Austin role playing comedy

"...Nerdist Industries and Tribeca Film are uniting to release the Austin-filmed role playing dark comedy Zero Charisma...."

July 21, 2013 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Summer Fun: Season’s Screenings

Austin filmmakers pick their favorite summer movies

"...all blue skies and 80 degrees right now, but the dog days are coming. We think the best way..."

May 14, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Film Flam

'Somebody' scores, 'Man From Orlando' to see Ohio, & more

"...filmmaker Bob Byington took his latest film, Somebody Up There Likes Me, to Switzerland's Locarno Film Festival last week,..."

Aug. 13, 2012 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Film Flam

Preserving Mondo's archive, Fantastic Fest first wave, farewell to Sherry Mills, and what's happening with lots of local productions

"...In last week's profile of the Alamo Drafthouse's poster boutique Mondo, we hinted at big..."

July 15, 2011 Screens Column by Kimberley Jones

A Fantastic Woman

Emancipation in grief in this Chilean Oscar-nominated film.

"...The masklike countenance of newcomer Daniela Vega in the titular..."

March 2, 2018 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Malcolm, Movement, Memory

With subjects that range from Malcolm X to choreographer Alvin Ailey, Orlando Bagwell's documentaries depict the African-American -- as well as American -- experience.

"...to those who introduced him before a speech. Skip the hyperbole. The significance -- and tallness -- of that..."

Oct. 1, 1999 Screens Feature by Anne S. Lewis

Evolution

"...Directed by: Ivan Reitman. Starring: David Duchovny, Julianne Moore, Orlando Jones, Seann William..."

June 8, 2001 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

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