When the SXSW Film and Television Festival announcements were made for 2026, I absolutely knew there were two films at the top of my list. On March 15, it was Los Lobos Native Sons, and on the final day of the festival, March 18th, was A Cowboy in London by filmmaker Jared Christopher, who directed,… Continue reading SXSW 2026 Review: A Cowboy in London at State Theatre
Author: Liz Lopez
Cine las Americas Fest News: Cine Las Americas International Film Festival Returns for 28th Year in Austin, TX
oin filmmakers and cinephiles at the 28th annual Cine Las Americas International Film Festival (CLAIFF28), taking place May 13 – 17, 2026, at the Austin Film Society Cinema. The Opening Night film is the Austin premiere of American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez, directed by David Alvarado. Winner of the 2026 Sundance Audience Award… Continue reading Cine las Americas Fest News: Cine Las Americas International Film Festival Returns for 28th Year in Austin, TX
Theater Review: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical Premieres in Austin TX
The World Premiere of Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical was held at The Whisenhunt at Zach Theater, the longest-running professional theater in Texas. The family series musical is conceived, written, and composed by Jesse J. Sanchez, an award-winning composer-lyricist, writer, and music director for theater and opera. The musical ran from March 27th to 29th,… Continue reading Theater Review: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical Premieres in Austin TX
Theater News: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere at Zach Theater
Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere Adventure performances begin from March 27 – April 26, 2026 at The Whisenhunt venue of the Zach Theater in Austin. Jesse J. Sanchez is the Composer-Lyricist | Librettist | Music Director | Director About: Xochitl dreams of becoming a folklórico dancer—but her mom wants her focused on fitting… Continue reading Theater News: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere at Zach Theater
Crítica de cine: The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist en cines después de Festivales de cine Sundance y SXSW Film & Television
Muchos pueden haber oído el término inteligencia artificial, más conocido como IA, pero no tener una comprensión completa de lo que es o lo que hará. Con nosotros teniendo un nivel diferente de conocimiento sobre esta tecnología, existe suficiente preocupación de que la IA no sea totalmente positiva. Dirigido por Daniel Roher y Charlie Tyrell,… Continue reading Crítica de cine: The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist en cines después de Festivales de cine Sundance y SXSW Film & Television
Critica de cine de SXSW – Ready or Not 2: Here I Come: Un juego mortal con humor negro
Si eres fanático del horror exagerado y satírico, es muy probable que esta sea una película para ti, ya sea que hayas visto la primera película (2019) o no. Me atrevo a decir que esta secuela es una que se puede disfrutar sin haber visto la primera película, ya que hay un resumen introductorio al… Continue reading Critica de cine de SXSW – Ready or Not 2: Here I Come: Un juego mortal con humor negro
Critica de cine: Project Hail Mary: Una gran historia con una amistad inesperada
Si has visto el tráiler de *Project Hail Mary*, no resultará ninguna sorpresa ni *spoiler* saber que la Tierra se encuentra en peligro. Existe una necesidad urgente de abordar aquello que está afectando a nuestro planeta. Un comité de líderes busca la medida idónea para salvar la Tierra, pero sin éxito. El consenso final es… Continue reading Critica de cine: Project Hail Mary: Una gran historia con una amistad inesperada
Reminders of Him – Romantic Drama is Touching Although Somewhat Predictable
The film is directed by Vanessa Caswill with a script based on Colleen Hoover’s 2022 novel. If someone has already read the novel, they will already know the story. Others who have not yet read the novel can enjoy the story/script of motherhood, forgiveness, and second chances, even if they are not already parents. The… Continue reading Reminders of Him – Romantic Drama is Touching Although Somewhat Predictable
Critica de cine: Undertone: Gran sonido, pero el guion es ligeramente decepcionante
Cuando vi el tráiler de esta película y leí la sinopsis, había anticipado algo que cumpliría con la descripción de “pesadilla”. No sentí eso durante la película y me sorprendió por el sonido, pero la historia, el guion y/o la edición de alguna manera no me llevaron a una experiencia cinematográfica satisfactoria. Desafortunadamente, siento que… Continue reading Critica de cine: Undertone: Gran sonido, pero el guion es ligeramente decepcionante
SXSW Music Festival 2026: The Tiarras Return to Perform at Showcase and a Day Show
SXSW Music Festival is here once again in Austin, and I am so excited to report that Austin’s The Tiarras will be performing at the festival Showcase alongside other musical talent. The Rock/Indie Pop performance will be on March 14th at the Continental Club on South Congress. The performance will be open to Platinum and… Continue reading SXSW Music Festival 2026: The Tiarras Return to Perform at Showcase and a Day Show