Review: ‘The World’s End,’ Aging Like Fine Wine, Served Up in Cheerful Pub-Style

Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, and Edgar Wright reunite to tell the story of an epic pub crawl, encroaching middle age ... and robots. From space.

August 22, 2013 1

Indie Weekend: ‘Iceberg Slim,’ ‘A Hijacking,’ ‘Prince Avalanche’

Two indies are getting wide release starting today -- see below -- plus at least four others will be in limited release! Love the variety of choices on tap: 'The Spectacular Now.' A rare coming-of-age film that dares to tell the truth. With Miles Teller and Shailene Woodley; directed by James Ponsoldt. Reviewed here; recommended. (Angelika... Continue Reading →

August 16, 2013 0

Indie Weekend: ‘Post Tenebras Lux,’ ‘Blue Jasmine,’ ‘Jug Face,’ ‘Lovelace’

'Post Tenebras Lux' at The Texas Theatre

The Alamo Drafthouse in Richardson opened last night (more on that later), and will, I hope, soon be another location where independent films can be enjoyed from time to time. Meanwhile, four fictional features open: 'Post Tenebras Lux.' Critically-acclaimed film by Carlos Reygadas about an upscale family that moves to the countryside. In 35mm. Not previewed.... Continue Reading →

August 9, 2013 0

Indie Weekend: ‘The Act of Killing,’ ‘Blackfish,’ ‘Crystal Fairy,’ ‘Terms and Conditions May Apply’

Three documentaries and a drug-fueled drama open in Dallas this weekend.

August 3, 2013 0

Indie Weekend: ‘Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me,’ ‘Still Mine’

With only two new indie releases this weekend, this might be a good time to catch up on recent films you may have missed -- and keep out of the heat! 'Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me.' The latest in a string of documentaries about musical groups who fell between the cracks during their prime.... Continue Reading →