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“The Fifth Estate” isn’t terrible, but it is misguided

Alex Williams October 18, 2013

In fall 2010, as many of the events that comprise “The Fifth Estate” were occurring, Aaron Sorkin and David Fincher were receiving high praise for “The Social Network,” their adaptation...

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Remake of “Carrie” is underwhelming

Alex Pelham October 18, 2013

Stephen King’s first published novel, “Carrie,” has been haunting readers for almost 40 years with the story of a special girl who is pushed too far. The story appeared on screen once...

The daily horror movie goes to space with “Alien”

Megan Frye October 16, 2013

For movie buffs, the month of October means one thing: 31 days of horror movies. With tons of horror flicks to choose from, The Daily Texan is going to be providing a daily horror recommendation. Whether...

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Polari film festival opens up discussion about LGBTQ issues in media

Elena Keltner October 15, 2013

The oldest film festival in Austin may not be the one Austinites are most familiar with.  Polari, an Austin nonprofit, is best known for its annual film festival, formerly the Austin Gay and Lesbian...

ABC’s “Once Upon a Time” complicates typical roles in the story of Peter Pan

Wyatt Miller October 15, 2013

ABC’s hit show “Once Upon a Time” has made a name for itself as a narrative that twists and turns what we know about Disney fairy tales into one consistent overarching mythology. In the...

“Paranormal Activity” makes you imagine what’s lurking in the shadows

Alex Williams October 15, 2013

For movie buffs, the month of October means one thing: 31 days of horror movies. With tons of horror flicks to choose from, The Daily Texan is going to provide a daily horror recommendation. Whether you...

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Interview with “We Are What We Are” director Jim Mickle

Alex Williams October 14, 2013

Few remakes can actually boast that they improve on their predecessors, especially remakes that come out just a few years after the film they’re based on. “We Are What We Are,” inspired...

The Daily Horror Movie takes a philosophical turn with “Synecdoche, New York”

Robert Starr October 14, 2013

For movie buffs, the month of October means one thing: 31 days of horror movies. With tons of horror flicks to choose from, The Daily Texan is going to be providing a daily horror recommendation. Whether...

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Oscar bait talks the summer releases chances in the Academy Award race

Lee Henry and Colin McLaughlin October 14, 2013

Lee Henry: Let’s start with Sandra Bullock. Where did this performance come from? She’s a lock for a nomination, and I’d say she’s a serious contender to win Best Actress. There’s...

“The Strangers” invades the places we feel safest

Katy Lutz October 14, 2013

For movie buffs, the month of October means one thing: 31 days of horror movies. With tons of horror flicks to choose from, The Daily Texan is going to be providing a daily horror recommendation. Whether...

The Thing is today’s Daily Horror Movie

Shane Miller October 12, 2013

For movie buffs, the month of October means one thing: 31 days of horror movies. With tons of horror flicks to choose from, The Daily Texan is going to be providing a daily horror recommendation. Whether...

Go “Psycho” with the horror movie of the day

Lauren L'Amie October 11, 2013

For movie buffs, the month of October means one thing: 31 days of horror movies. With tons of horror flicks to choose from, The Daily Texan is going to be providing a daily horror recommendation. Whether...

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