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‘Haunted Mansion’ makes its mark as perfect gateway horror film for kids

‘Haunted Mansion’ makes its mark as perfect gateway horror film for kids

Ryan Ranc, Senior Film Columnist July 30, 2023

“Haunted Mansion,” directed by Justin Simien (“Dear White People,” “Bad Hair”) follows Gabbie (Rosario Dawson) and her son Travis (Chase Dillon) as they move into their new home in New Orleans,...

‘Dogleg’ presents surreal indie odyssey through terrible day-in-the-life

‘Dogleg’ presents surreal indie odyssey through terrible day-in-the-life

Matthew Collier, Life&Arts General Reporter July 27, 2023

“Dogleg” presents a series of surreal, low-key vignettes set in Los Angeles that follow many Angelenos. The film primarily focuses on Alan — played by Al Warren, who also wrote and directed the project...

Mockumentary ‘Theater Camp’ creates humorous, endearing glimpse into heart of theater

Mockumentary ‘Theater Camp’ creates humorous, endearing glimpse into heart of theater

Amelia Engstrom, General Life&Arts Reporter July 23, 2023

“Theater Camp” transports viewers to Camp AdirondACTS, a run-down theater camp in upstate New York, home to the hopes, dreams and hearts of thespian campers. Co-directed by Molly Gordon and Nick Lieberman,...

‘Talk to Me’ offers a grim, shocking spiral into darkness

‘Talk to Me’ offers a grim, shocking spiral into darkness

Matthew Collier, General Life&Arts Reporter July 23, 2023

In the new horror film “Talk to Me,” Mia (Sophia Wilde) grapples with feelings of grief and emotional isolation from her peers when she’s drawn into a series of seances by her peer group that quickly...

‘Barbie’ proves director Greta Gerwig can’t miss

‘Barbie’ proves director Greta Gerwig can’t miss

Ryan Ranc, Life&Arts Senior Film Columnist July 19, 2023

This review is spoiler free. “Barbie,” directed by Greta Gerwig (“Lady Bird,” “Little Women”) and written by Gerwig and Noah Baumbach (“Marriage Story,” “White Noise”), follows Barbie...

‘Oppenheimer,’ Nolan’s gripping biopic, delivers intense visuals, A-list cast

‘Oppenheimer,’ Nolan’s gripping biopic, delivers intense visuals, A-list cast

Celeste Hoover, Life&Arts General Reporter July 19, 2023

This review is spoiler free. Robert Oppenheimer first appeared on the big screen in 1946, when he starred in the 18-minute documentary “Atomic Power” and recited the infamous quote, “Now I am...

The Daily Texan’s playlist for ‘Barbie’, ‘Oppenheimer’ double feature

The Daily Texan’s playlist for ‘Barbie’, ‘Oppenheimer’ double feature

Trisha Dasgupta, Life&Arts Desk Editor July 18, 2023

More than 40,000 tickets have already been purchased for the highly anticipated July 21 release day of Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” and Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer.” With the double feature...

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ season two brings new depth

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ season two brings new depth

Amelia Engstrom, Life&Arts General Reporter July 16, 2023

After a year’s wait, viewers return to Cousins Beach, where the trials and tribulations of a teenage love triangle continue in the second season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty.” Following the same...

‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One’ offers a heaping helping of spy shenanigans and thrilling action

‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One’ offers a heaping helping of spy shenanigans and thrilling action

Matthew Collier, General Life&Arts Reporter July 13, 2023

“Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” the latest installment in the blockbuster Mission: Impossible franchise, follows Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his ragtag family of spies as they face...

We Luv Video

Fans resurrect beloved Austin video store I Luv Video

Matthew Collier, Life&Arts General Reporter July 10, 2023

The first I Luv Video location opened in 1985 after founder Conrad Bejarano learned about the video store concept from his brother. At its most profitable, I Luv Video had five locations in Austin —...

Newest ‘Black Mirror’ season offers mixed bag, mixed messages

Newest ‘Black Mirror’ season offers mixed bag, mixed messages

Matthew Collier, General Life&Arts Reporter July 9, 2023

Spanning five seasons and two specials, Netflix’s “Black Mirror” garnered widespread critical acclaim for its explorations of the darker side of human nature, often promoted by technological innovation. After...

New season of ‘The Bear’ serves audiences rich characters with side of familial trauma

New season of ‘The Bear’ serves audiences rich characters with side of familial trauma

Michael Lewinbuk, General Life&Arts Reporter July 9, 2023

Content warning: Mentions of suicide FX’s “The Bear” released a highly-anticipated sophomore season on June 22 full of gourmet food, familial trauma and every kind of stressor imaginable.  The...

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