Watched THE LAST WALTZ on the big screen tonight with my daughter and aside from liking the music, she wondered only half-jokingly if Orange Crush everywhere was product placement. (Those guys sure drank a lot of it! Probably with vodka.)
Nathan Cone
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Curator of Cinema Tuesdays series; VP Programming at TPR; Disneyphile.
This piece by Jeff Yang (aka @originalsp.in) was so satisfying to edit. It covers different aspects of The Odyssey and contextualizes them as examples of political filmmaking through allegory—the tale of a 21st century empire reeling from karmic blowback. www.rogerebert.com/features/the...
The People from the Sea: How "The Odyssey" is About America
A reading of Christopher Nolan's blockbuster as a commentary on the current state of America.
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Did I hear Michael Giacchino interpolating music from E.T. In the news Spider-Man movie? There’s a theme that sound just like the harp here: youtu.be/EO93cJg3i2E?...
E.T. And Me (From "E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial" Soundtrack)
YouTube video by John Williams - Topic
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Now I know the birthday of a nation Is a time when a country celebrates But as your hand touches your heart Remember we all played a part in America To help that banner wave www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ghhm...
Black Man
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A flat landscape at dawn, clouds nearly washed out of the sky on purpose by the Oscar-winning cinematography of James Wong Howe, opens the classic Texas film, "Hud." Read More👉 ebx.sh/f5i6Wl
Photographers of BlueSky, my daughter needs advice: she wants to buy a camera and is considering either the Canon sx740hs or the Fujifilm xt20. Mostly she will be taking photos of everyday travel and friends/portraiture. What are your opinions on these models?
Last night we welcomed James F. Robinson, director of the San Antonio-based romance film STILL BREATHING, to our @texaspublicradio.bsky.social Cinema Tuesdays series. He told some great stories about the art, music, and casting of the film.
I wrote some words about HUD, and think I did pretty good by 'em. I would appreciate if you'd give a read, thank you! www.tpr.org/arts-culture...
Is 'Hud' the definitive Texas film?
Earlier this year, Texas Monthly finalized their list of the 25 greatest Texas films. Among them is 'Hud,' a contemporary Western from 1963 starring Paul Newman as the main anti-hero. The Criterion Co...
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I attended a Q&A with Gregory Nava (El Norte, Selena, Mi Familia) this afternoon at the San Antonio Film Festival and my expectations were met and exceeded. In addition to sharing stories about his work, Nava spoke about the indie film industry, history, culture, and more. It was a great program.
We’re screening this seldom seen Oscar-winning film for @texaspublicradio.bsky.social on Tuesday night at 7:30 at Alamo Drafthouse Park North. youtu.be/4IbHh9ixyxQ?...
THE OFFICIAL STORY (1985) - Trailer
YouTube video by Cohen Film Collection
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Character actor Harry Dean Stanton would have been 100 years old this week and fans in his home state of Kentucky still celebrate him each year. Story: www.tpr.org/2026-07-14/h...
This Saturday night at 7:00 on @texaspublicradio.bsky.social KPAC 88.3 FM, hear an exclusive, one time only broadcast of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, recorded live here in San Antonio earlier this spring. Music by Anton Arensky, Camille Saint-Saens, and more!
The 47th CineFestival San Antonio returns July 9-12 with award-winning films, free screenings and one of its largest showcases of San Antonio filmmakers. www.tpr.org/2026-07-07/c...
CineFestival returns with its largest showcase yet of San Antonio filmmakers
The 47th CineFestival San Antonio returns July 9-12 with award-winning films, free screenings and one of its largest showcases of San Antonio filmmakers.
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Two years ago, I was among several subscribers to Rolling Stone magazine who was told our “lifetime” subscription was being transitioned to a monthly PDF. We didn’t like that, someone brought a class action, and on July 1, I got this official notice. 👍🏼
Hey San Antonio! I'll be moderating a Q&A with John Cusack following a screening of HIGH FIDELITY on Saturday, July 11 at the Tobin Center. Want to win a pair of tickets to the show? Enter here! support.tpr.org/a/hf-johncus...
From Saving Private Ryan to Apocalypse Now military movies have shaped how Americans think about war. NPR's Tom Bowman and Quil Lawrence talk about how Hollywood's view of the military has changed over time.
CINEPLEXITY: The military through Hollywood's lens
From Saving Private Ryan to Apocalypse Now military movies have shaped how Americans think about war. NPR's Tom Bowman and Quil Lawrence talk about how Hollywood's view of the military has changed ove...
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Out of print for over a decade, these three amazing films from director Carlos Saura are once again available on Blu-ray this month from the @criterion.bsky.social. www.tpr.org/arts-culture...
The strength, grace and fire of flamenco in three movies by Carlos Saura
Long out of print on DVD, a trio of films by Spanish director Carlos Saura—which feature the tradition of flamenco dance and music and blur the lines between fantasy and reality— has just been release...
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Today was Mel Brooks' 100th birthday, which is ten times the number of whip cracks in the opening title theme of BLAZING SADDLES.
Texas Lt. Gov Dan Patrick has a new video podcast he's calling "Lt. Dan" and I feel like Gary Sinise, Robert Zemeckis, and Paramount Pictures might take issue with that moniker. ltdan.com
Home - Lt. Dan Podcast with Dan Patrick
Join Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick for candid conversations about the issues shaping Texas and America. Each week, Lt. Dan goes beyond the headlines to discuss politics, policy, culture, and c...
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I have been watching Carlos Saura’s flamenco dance films this week and my goodness, the pasión
Courtney Grace, “Disclosure Day,” and the One-Scene Wonder - by Richard Roeper www.rogerebert.com/features/cou...
Courtney Grace, "Disclosure Day," and the One-Scene Wonder
The "Disclosure Day" scene-stealer has us thinking about similar film performances that make a staggering impression in mere minutes.
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Gift Article. Important and clearly illustrated. The Deadly Rise of Giant Trucks and S.U.V.s www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
The Deadly Rise of Giant Trucks and S.U.V.s (Gift Article)
The vehicles on American roads have grown larger — and they are killing thousands more pedestrians, a Times investigation found.
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Hey friends! I'll be moderating this Q&A with John Cusack at the Tobin Center next month following a screening of HIGH FIDELITY. See you there? www.tobincenter.org/highfidelity
Here's your first look at THE COMPLETE KUBRICK, coming Oct. 20 from @criterion.bsky.social ... MSRP $599.95, with what looks like 30 discs! Details: www.criterion.com/boxsets/9000...
Beautiful performance by Gurwitz Piano Competition gold medalist Yungyung Guo with Bion Tsiang, for @musicalbridges.bsky.social, audio recorded by me, enjoy! www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNXS...
Suite Populaire Espagnole - Jota, Nana, Canción, Polo | Yungyung Guo & Bion Tsang
YouTube video by Musical Bridges Around the World
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The trailer undersells this movie. It’s great, and yes I cried. boxd.it/eTi5jZ
A ★★★★½ review of Toy Story 5 (2026)
This series (I will never use the word ‘franchise’) is one of our greatest teachers about finding each other, finding your place, and the fear of being passed over, left aside, and the like. The Toy S...
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Major find!!!! Harpo Marx — the "silent" Marx brother — can finally be heard speaking in a live album of recently recovered material, which was recorded just six months before he died in 1964. www.tpr.org/2026-06-08/s...
'Silent' Marx brother Harpo speaks in newly found recording
Harpo Marx — the "silent" Marx brother — can finally be heard speaking in a live album of recently recovered material, which was recorded just six months before he died in 1964.
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ATLANTIS: THE LOST EMPIRE turned 25 this month! A year ago, San Antonio-born filmmaker Jonathan Munoz created a trailer for a "live action" version of the movie that got the attention of Disney filmmakers Don Hahn, Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise. Check it out! www.tpr.org/arts-culture...
San Antonio-born filmmaker gets the attention of Disney legends
With a lot of talent, a little money, and two years of hard work, Jonathan Munoz created his own trailer for an imagined live-action remake of Disney's 'Atlantis: The Lost Empire.' The short was good ...
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