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Austin Festivals

Letter from the Editor: ACL is Austin

Letter from the Editor: ACL is Austin

Logan Dubel, Life&Arts Desk Editor October 3, 2023

Nearly half a million people will pack Zilker Park over the next two weekends, all with the same common goal: to hear the music. Bringing together a crowd of that magnitude unified about anything these...

Director Luc Besson’s ‘Dogman’ explores how a broken person finds refuge in dogs

Director Luc Besson’s ‘Dogman’ explores how a broken person finds refuge in dogs

Ryan Ranc, Senior Film Columnist September 27, 2023

Fantastic Fest's third secret screening, Luc Besson’s “Dogman,” premiered Tuesday. The film follows Douglas Munrow (Caleb Landry Jones) after being caught by police and forced to recount his life...

Fantastic Fest secret screening: ‘Dream Scenario’

Fantastic Fest secret screening: ‘Dream Scenario’

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Editor September 25, 2023

This review contains minor spoilers for “Dream Scenario” The second of four Secret Screenings at Fantastic Fest premiered Sunday, Sept. 24. A24’s “Dream Scenario,” written and directed by...

‘Pet Sematary: Bloodlines’ bites off more than it can chew

‘Pet Sematary: Bloodlines’ bites off more than it can chew

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Editor September 24, 2023

“Pet Sematary: Bloodlines,” written and directed by Lindsey Anderson Beer, takes place in 1969 and centers around a young Jud Crandall (Jackson White) as he makes plans with his girlfriend (Natalie...

Emerald Fennell’s ‘Saltburn’ is obsessive, addicting, joyfully sickening

Emerald Fennell’s ‘Saltburn’ is obsessive, addicting, joyfully sickening

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Editor September 23, 2023

This review contains spoilers. “Saltburn,” the first of four Fantastic Fest secret screenings premiered Saturday, Sept. 23. Written and directed by Emerald Fennell (“Promising Young Woman”),...

‘V/H/S/85’ showcases 5 thrilling found footage horror stories, bringing together some of the best creators in the horror space

‘V/H/S/85’ showcases 5 thrilling found footage horror stories, bringing together some of the best creators in the horror space

Ryan Ranc, Senior Life&Arts Reporter September 23, 2023

This review contains spoilers for “V/H/S/85.” After the less-than-stellar reception to “V/H/S/99” last year, the beloved anthology found footage horror franchise returns. “V/H/S/85” pulls...

Director Macon Blair’s ‘The Toxic Avenger’ remake pays tribute to iconic Toxie, while still modern, unique

Director Macon Blair’s ‘The Toxic Avenger’ remake pays tribute to iconic Toxie, while still modern, unique

Ryan Ranc, Senior Life&Arts Reporter September 22, 2023

“The Toxic Avenger” saw its world premiere on Thursday at Fantastic Fest in Austin. Directed by Macon Blair and based on the 1984 film of the same name from directors Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz,...

Flenser showcase exceeds expectations at Oblivion Access Festival

Flenser showcase exceeds expectations at Oblivion Access Festival

Michael Lewinbuk, General Life&Arts Reporter June 25, 2023

A packed audience under a lightning-filled sky gathered at the Mohawk Austin on June 16 to watch a selection of equally riveting and haunting music acts represented by San Francisco-based label The Flenser....

Moontower Just for Laughs Comedy Festival mixes legends with rising stars

Moontower Just for Laughs Comedy Festival mixes legends with rising stars

Logan Dubel, Senior Life&Arts Reporter April 17, 2023

When Andrew Murphy moved to Austin after high school, he said he had no plans. In the spirit of his new city, he started working at a meat market, where in between chopping the daily pick, he grew close...

Life&Arts live coverage team reflects on best moments at SXSW

Life&Arts live coverage team reflects on best moments at SXSW

Angela Lim, Life&Arts Editor The 10-day festival marathon began with artist interviews at hotels and ended at Paramount Theatre, a venue this musically inclined editor had never stepped foot in...

Q&A: Zachary Levi discusses the return to Shazam! in new sequel ‘Fury of the Gods’

Q&A: Zachary Levi discusses the return to Shazam! in new sequel ‘Fury of the Gods’

Ryan Ranc, Senior Film Columnist March 20, 2023

With the recent release of “Shazam! Fury of the Gods,” The Daily Texan had the opportunity to attend a round table and ask Zachary Levi about his role as Shazam! “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” follows...

Festivalgoers roam and wander outside of the Austin Convention Center on March 13, 2023.

Photo Gallery: SXSW 2023

Julius Shieh, Alex Luevano, Joy Li, and Lorianne Willett March 20, 2023

Attendees flocked to downtown Austin for a week of movies, music and more during SXSW 2023. Take a glimpse at some of the Texan's favorite photos from the festival.  

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