Local Movie Events: AS YOU WISH: THE PRINCESS BRIDE WITH CARY ELWES IN PERSON

AS YOU WISH: ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE’S ACTION PACK HOSTS THE PRINCESS BRIDE WITH STAR CARY ELWES! LIVE EVENT IN AUSTIN STREAMED TO ALAMO LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE. PLUS THE DEBUT OF NEW ACTION PACK COLLECTIBLE LINE.   Austin, TX — The Alamo Drafthouse and its Action Pack programming / events division are excited to announce they’re joining forces with Simon &… Continue reading Local Movie Events: AS YOU WISH: THE PRINCESS BRIDE WITH CARY ELWES IN PERSON

Local Film News: AFS VIEWFINDERS

(Austin, TX)–Austin Film Society (AFS) is thrilled to announce the launch of new film editorial website, AFS Viewfinders. The site will be updated daily with articles, image galleries, videos and other material generated or curated by Austin Film Society staff and guest contributors.

Fantastic Fest 2014: Awards

FANTASTIC FEST 2014 ANNOUNCES THE FANTASTIC FEST AWARDS   Austin, TX –  Fantastic Fest is pleased to announce this year’s Fantastic Fest Award winners. It has been an outstanding year for features & shorts, making the job of honoring a select crop all the more difficult, but our esteemed team of jurors have done the… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2014: Awards

Local News: Mack, Jack & McConaughey Dates for 2015

AUSTIN, Texas (September 16, 2014) – ESPN analyst and legendary football coach Mack Brown, ACM award winning recording artist Jack Ingram, and Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey, are excited to announce Mack, Jack & McConaughey (MJ&M) will return for a third year. MJ&M will take place on April 16-17, 2015 in Austin, Texas. Talent and… Continue reading Local News: Mack, Jack & McConaughey Dates for 2015

AFS News: BLOW UP

WHO: Austin Film Society (AFS) WHAT: AFS screens BLOW-UP (1966) with introduction by Ned Rifkin. Complimentary hair and nail bar provided by Aveda Institute. WHEN: Tuesday, September 23, 2014. Hair and nail bar opens 6:30 PM; Ned Rifkin intro at 7:30 PM WHERE: AFS at the Marchesa (6226 Middle Fiskville Rd) PRICE: $8 AFS Members; $10 General Admission WEB:… Continue reading AFS News: BLOW UP

Movie News/Local Events: THE BOXTROLLS

On Sunday, September 21, from 1pm – 3pm, we will hold THE BOXTROLLS Cardboard Challenge at Givens Recreation Center (3811 E. 12th Street, Austin, TX 78721). Participants will be encouraged to build a Boxtrolls inspired creation using cardboard boxes and decorating materials. (All materials will be provided.) One lucky participant will win a “What’s In… Continue reading Movie News/Local Events: THE BOXTROLLS

Local Events: MondoCon Promises A Tasty Convention

MONDOCON TAPS INTO AUSTIN’S BEST EATS WITH FOOD TRUCK PARTNERS & EXCLUSIVE BEVERAGES FOR THE CONVENTION   An exclusive Dogfish Head beer, special food menus & themed cocktails are just some of the tasty treats in store for attendees   Austin, TX-September 8, 2014- Amazing food and drink options are just some of the ways… Continue reading Local Events: MondoCon Promises A Tasty Convention

Local Movie News: ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE

ALAMO FOCUSES ON THE “DRAFT” IN DRAFTHOUSE WITH NEW MONTHLY BEER SPOTLIGHT New national initiative delves deep into the world of brews focusing on a different beer style each month, starting this September with Oktoberfest beers      Prosit! The Alamo Drafthouse is excited to announce the launch of its new monthly spotlight exploring the vast… Continue reading Local Movie News: ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE

Local Events/Movie News: AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL 2014

AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL REVEALS FIRST SLATE OF FILMS FOR 21ST ANNIVERSARY LINE-UP 2014 Centerpiece Film to feature Kevin Costner’s Black and White Additional selections include The Sound and the Fury, The Imitation Game, The Homesman, and the World Premieres of 21 Years: Richard Linklater and Dawn Patrol Austin, TX – June 20, 2014 – Austin… Continue reading Local Events/Movie News: AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL 2014