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‘Our Brand is Crisis’ fails to find strong identity, despite some respectable performances

Alex Pelham October 30, 2015

“Our Brand is Crisis,” inspired by a 2005 documentary tackling U.S. political involvement in the 2002 Bolivian presidential election, shows director David Gordon Green doesn’t have a...

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UT alumnus sheds new light on East Texas scandal through latest film

James Rodriguez October 30, 2015

In the spring of 2009, a sordid tale emerged from the small East Texas town of Mineola. Seven adults were sentenced to life in prison for allegedly running a “sex kindergarten” for children...

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‘Burnt’ serves undercooked story, engaging performance by Bradley Cooper

Charles Liu October 30, 2015

Food flick “Burnt” fails to live up to its title — in fact, it’s kind of raw. It’s a pretty picture, and so are the mouth-watering dishes it lavishly displays, but viewers...

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Alumna depicts UT custodial staff’s stories through “Night Shift” film

Brandi Davis October 30, 2015

When UT alumna Alison Boland worked at the tech desk in the Jessie H. Jones Communication Center, she found friendship in UT’s custodial staff. Now, Boland will take their often unheard stories to...

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UT Alumni to release short film about violin heist

Brandi Davis October 29, 2015

For eight years, a man meticulously planned the heist of a $6 million violin. He stalked the violin’s owner for years, only to tase him in a parking lot outside of a symphony and wind up in cuffs...

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UT Wind Ensemble’s live score brings ‘Frankenstein’ to life

Megan Hix October 28, 2015

Just as Dr. Frankenstein brings his infamous monster to life, the UT Wind Ensemble plans to energize the story’s movie adaptation by accompanying it with a live score. The 1931 version of “Frankenstein”...

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UT alumni host “Gilmore Girls”-centric podcast amid series revival

Rachel Rascoe October 23, 2015

When news of a Gilmore Girls Netflix revival hit the Internet earlier this week, many fans offered praise and congratulations to UT alumni Kevin T. Porter and Demi Adejuyigbe. While the two don’t...

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Netflix-produced ‘Beasts of No Nation’ could shake up future of film releases

Cameron Osmond October 22, 2015

When “Beasts of No Nation” premiered Oct. 16, most people watched from their couches rather than movie theater seats.  “Beasts” was released on Netflix’s streaming...

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McFly’s ‘Future’ comes close to modern day

Alex Pelham and Charles Liu October 21, 2015

Film geeks are dusting off their power-laced Nikes and donning their self-drying jackets to celebrate “Back to the Future Day.” Wednesday marks the exact date when series protagonist, ’80s...

Despite its heavy-handed delivery, Bridge of Spies delivers thrilling spy story

Alex Pelham October 16, 2015

Steven Spielberg’s latest film “Bridge of Spies” transports audiences behind enemy lines during the Cold War. The acclaimed director recreates the true story of a man forced to confront the threat...

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“Crimson Peak” offers lavish production design, strong acting to distract from conventional story

Charles Liu October 16, 2015

Mother knows best. For mothers beyond the grave in “Crimson Peak,” this mantra still applies. Young Edith Cushing (Mia Wasikowska) receives a visit from her mother’s ghost during a...

Q&A: Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks answer questions during promotional screening

Alex Pelham October 13, 2015

Editor’s Note: This Q&A has been edited for brevity and clarity. During a series of promotional screenings of their latest film “Bridge of Spies,” director Steven Spielberg and...

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