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Q&A: ‘Joy Ride’ cast, director talk about diversity in comedy

Q&A: ‘Joy Ride’ cast, director talk about diversity in comedy

Trisha Dasgupta, Senior Life & Arts Reporter March 19, 2023

The Daily Texan took to the “Joy Ride” red carpet to talk to its cast and crew members about Adele Lim’s directorial debut and the raunchy comedy that follows four women who find their way across...

Q&A: Netflix dark comedy ‘Beef’ premieres at SXSW

Q&A: Netflix dark comedy ‘Beef’ premieres at SXSW

Angela Lim and Sage Dunlap March 19, 2023

Starring Steven Yeun and Ali Wong, the upcoming A24-produced Netflix series “Beef” follows two strangers who seek vengeance on one another after a road rage incident. Ahead of the dark comedy’s world...

SXSW Liveshot: Blondshell brings punchy alt-rock to Radio Day Stage

SXSW Liveshot: Blondshell brings punchy alt-rock to Radio Day Stage

Trisha Dasgupta, Senior Life & Arts Reporter March 19, 2023

Standing in front of rows of conference seating at the Austin Convention Center might not be where alt-rocker Sabrina Teitelbaum normally performs. However, that did not stop Teitelbaum, known by the stage...

Director Molly McGlynn discusses personal narratives and the upcoming traumedy ‘Bloody Hell’

Director Molly McGlynn discusses personal narratives and the upcoming traumedy ‘Bloody Hell’

Ryan Ranc, Senior Life & Arts Reporter March 19, 2023

Ahead of Monday night’s world premiere of upcoming traumedy “Bloody Hell,” The Daily Texan spoke with director Molly McGlynn and lead actress Maddie Ziegler. The semi-biographical picture — drawing...

UT student Emilio Mejia makes acting debut at SXSW in ‘Hail Mary’

UT student Emilio Mejia makes acting debut at SXSW in ‘Hail Mary’

Trisha Dasgupta, Senior Life & Arts Reporter March 18, 2023

Emilio Mejia, a theatre and dance sophomore, made his film debut at SXSW in Rosemary Rodriguez’s film “Hail Mary,” a modern retelling of the biblical story of Mary and Joseph.  The Daily Texan...

‘Evil Dead Rise,’ bloody fun that respects franchise roots

‘Evil Dead Rise,’ bloody fun that respects franchise roots

Ryan Ranc, Senior Life & Arts Reporter March 17, 2023

“Evil Dead Rise” by director Lee Cronin follows the tenants of a soon-to-be torn down apartment building as evil from beyond locks them on their floor and attempts to kill them. Cronin clearly went...

‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ is a love letter to the action genre

‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ is a love letter to the action genre

Ryan Ranc, Senior Life & Arts Reporter March 15, 2023

“John Wick: Chapter 4” follows John Wick (Keanu Reeves) as the bounty over his head rapidly increases. Taking his fight with the High Table global, the legendary hitman pushes himself to the limits...

Rachel Sennott anchors empowering dramedy 'I Used to Be Funny'

Rachel Sennott anchors empowering dramedy ‘I Used to Be Funny’

Sage Dunlap, Associate Life&Arts Editor March 15, 2023

Content Warning: Mention of sexual assault From writer and director Ally Pankiw, SXSW selected film “I Used to Be Funny” follows comedian Sam (Rachel Sennott) as she copes with post-traumatic stress...

Peacock sci-fi series ‘Mrs. Davis’ premieres at SXSW

Peacock sci-fi series ‘Mrs. Davis’ premieres at SXSW

Sage Dunlap, Associate Life&Arts Editor March 15, 2023

Created by Tara Hernandez (“The Big Bang Theory,” “Young Sheldon”) and Damon Lindelof (“Watchmen,” “Lost”), the sci-fi television show “Mrs. Davis” premiered at South by Southwest Tuesday....

Q&A: ‘Problemista’ cast, crew detail their love, pride for movie

Q&A: ‘Problemista’ cast, crew detail their love, pride for movie

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Desk Editor March 14, 2023

The Daily Texan took to the “Problemista” red carpet for its SXSW premiere Monday to interview the cast and crew. The film follows a young El Salvadoran immigrant living in New York City with dreams...

‘Scream VI: Ghostface takes Manhattan’ review

‘Scream VI: Ghostface takes Manhattan’ review

Ryan Ranc, Senior Life & Arts Reporter March 9, 2023

This review is spoiler-free. “Scream VI,” directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett of filmmaking collective Radio Silence, follows sisters Sam (Melissa Barrera) and Tara Carpenter (Jenna...

Austin band Die Spitz talks award-winning new album ‘Teeth’ at Austin Music Awards

Austin band Die Spitz talks award-winning new album ‘Teeth’ at Austin Music Awards

Melani Alanis, General Life&Arts Reporter March 2, 2023

As juniors in high school, Ava Schrobilgen, Kate Halter and Ellie Livingston sought an excuse to hang out and pass time during the COVID-19 lockdown. The trio decided to start playing music in Livingston’s...

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