Memento

Christopher Nolan's breakthrough movie is a film noir thriller with a gimmick.

"...dramatic climax. These images constitute the opening moments of Memento, Christopher Nolan's darling of this past winter's festival circuit...."

March 30, 2001 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Insomnia

"...Christopher Nolan could possibly follow up his arthouse smash Memento has finally been answered. He's followed it up admirably..."

May 24, 2002 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Ghajini

"...2005 Tamil film, which was inspired by Christopher Nolan's Memento. In the romantic action thriller, a business suffers from..."

Dec. 25, 2008 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

November

November, starring Courteney Cox, is a dense, dark head-trip of a movie that seems like the bastard offspring of Memento and Mullholland Dr.

"...like a Buddhist python: It’s the bastard offspring of Memento and Mullholland Dr., and initially it’s just as challenging..."

Sept. 2, 2005 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Memento Mori

The three artists showing here exhibit so much sentience, mystery, and grace

"...'Memento Mori'608-C W. Monroe, 826-5334 www.grayduckgallery.com Through May 6..."

April 13, 2012 Arts Review by Wayne Alan Brenner

SXSW Film Reviews

Strikingly conceived and executed, with visual panache and diamond-hard portrayals from the leads, Memento is one to remember.

"...MementoD: Christopher Nolan; with Guy Pearce, Carrie-Ann Moss, Joe Pantoliano,..."

March 16, 2001 Screens Feature by Robert Faires

Fuddy Meers

Different Stages' production of Fuddy Meers never quite manages the chaotic verve of a Warner Bros. cartoon to which it seems to aspire, but there are laughs to be had from David Lindsay-Abaire's consistently inventive and surprise-filled script and from these actors' handling of it.

"...element, so it might strike some viewers as the Anti-Memento. Where Christopher Nolan's movie wrings paranoiac tension from its..."

April 5, 2002 Arts Review by Robert Faires

TV Eye

Are you a Survivor? That's what 300-some Central Texans wanted to know when they auditioned for the CBS reality show.

"...Scene series features examinations of Oscar hopefuls Gosford Park, Memento, and Monster's Ball. Writers, designers, and actors from each..."

March 1, 2002 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

SXSW Goes Monster Hunting With Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves

Evil Dead Rises and more added to festival lineup

"...JFK Memento (France, U.S.) Director: Chloé Rochereuil, Producer: Victor Agulhon JFK..."

Jan. 11, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Memory

Neeson does the Neeson thing as a hit man, redemption, oh, you know …

"...going to remind audiences of Pearce's career-defining role in Memento. This film, it's turtles all the way down, a..."

April 29, 2022 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Nest

Pretense and aspiration collapse in this dour relationship drama

"...the hook, with an underlying suggestion that Rory's biggest memento from the States is a dedication to the Reaganite..."

Sept. 18, 2020 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Fantasy Island

Our advice? Get back on the plane

"...story that were best left ambiguous, and the one memento that it's supposed to gift you - the idea..."

Feb. 21, 2020 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Yeah, This Friday Night Is Pretty Much Lousy With Art

And here’s a what-to-see tip from your mixer-happy media mavens:

"...Opening … and where Flatbed itself is championing its “Memento” exhibition of monotypes and monoprints. We imagine it’s going..."

Sept. 16, 2015 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

AFCA Announces 2009 Awards

The Austin Film Critics Association hands The Hurt Locker top prize

"...10) (Tie) Memento, The Departed..."

Dec. 18, 2009 Screens Feature by Kimberley Jones

Safe Cracking

Longtime screenwriter and first-time director Scott Frank on The Lookout

"...AC: How do you feel about critics mentioning Memento in reference to your movie?..."

March 30, 2007 Screens Feature by Darcie Stevens

The Memory of a Killer

A hitman who's losing his memory to Alzheimer's anchors this absorbing Belgian policier that's tightly wound and expertly unraveled.

"...who is losing his memory. Like the hero of Memento, Angelo Ledda (Decleir) has taken to writing important notes..."

Sept. 23, 2005 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Identity

"...market that had been joyously impacted by quasi-indies like Memento and startling, original shockers like The Blair Witch Project..."

April 25, 2003 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Irréversible

"...the final credits crawling backwards across the screen. The Mementolike gimmick moves on to the head-smashing sequence, which we..."

March 28, 2003 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Salton Sea

"...of the same druggy seeker's vibe as last year's Memento. Deborah Kara Unger, as Danny's battered next-door-neighbor, is almost..."

June 28, 2002 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Time Machine

"...as to why. To his credit, Aussie actor Pearce (Memento) manages to make the most of his role, arching..."

March 8, 2002 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Donnie Darko

This unnerving, electrifying film provides a unique take on the teen psyche in modern suburbia.

"...the kind of pick-it-apart-and-put-it-back-together discussion that other puzzlers, like Memento and Mulholland Drive, have received. In the end, I..."

Feb. 22, 2002 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Hi Mom, I'm Home

On the heels of threatened industry strikes and life-changing world events, this year's Sundance Film Festival in Utah featured more deals, more attendees, and more stars.

"...here -- like last year's In the Bedroom and Memento -- will trickle into American theatres throughout the year...."

Jan. 25, 2002 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Count of Monte Cristo

"...betrayed by his nobleman buddy Fernand Mondego (Pearce of Memento) and, amid the sort of convoluted but exhilarating plotting..."

Jan. 25, 2002 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Emmy, Emmy -- Who Got the Emmy?

"...no begrudging here. But I wept after The X-Files' "Memento Mori," and thought Gillian Anderson had her best moments..."

Sept. 19, 1997 Screens Column by Margaret Moser

Recommended Events for the Week

Just because it's a workday doesn't mean you can't get out

"...party.) Finish up by crafting your own camp bracelet memento. You might not be immortal, but the memories of..."

May 31, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Eva Longoria's Flamin' Hot Heads up SXSW Audience Award Winners

Snacks and sports win big this year with the crowds

"...XR EXPERIENCE XR Experience Competition "JFK Memento" D: : Chloé Rochereuil..."

March 23, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Lazarus' Second Location Works Hard So You Can Relax With a Beer

The new, North Loop location is Laz'r focused

"...is always appreciated in gentrifying Austin. Upstairs is a memento to I Luv Video's analog section, where one could..."

March 3, 2023 Food Feature by Eric Puga

Other Worlds Says Sorry About the Demon

Sci fi film fest announces final lineup for final outing

"...Memento Mori D: Izzy Lee In 1983, a scientist in..."

Nov. 15, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Most Memorable Moments of Sunday’s ACL Fest

Spoon, Buffalo Nichols, and Paramore’s devotional nostalgia

"...Return of the Dream Canteen stoked a full moon memento. See you next Sunday in Zilker, then. – Raoul..."

Oct. 10, 2022 Music Post by Christina Garcia

What Makes German Beer Unique?

Pilsners and lagers and helles, oh my! And can I eat them?

"...neck and, later, hang them up as a sweet memento. In Austin, Easy Tiger offered a limited supply of..."

Sept. 30, 2022 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

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