Lilo & Stitch (2025) Discussion with Jack Martin
In this week’s episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, film critic Jack Martin of Film Feeder joins me to break down Disney's live-action Lilo & Stitch remake. We explore why the film feels like a "poorly paced" and "poorly edited" rush through the original's story beats, whether it has any of the original's heart, and how it ultimately earns the tagline of being just "kinda Lilo & Stitch."
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Discussion with Ben Miller
Does The Final Reckoning stick the landing? My guest Ben Miller and I discuss the epic highs, the lazy lows, and if it’s a worthy finale.
Warfare Discussion with Pedro Lima
You can now watch or listen to my podcast episode discussing Warfare with Pedro Lima!
Adolescence, The Pitt, and The Studio Win Big at the Second Annual Gotham Television Awards
The Gotham Film & Media Institute announced the winners of the second annual Gotham Television Awards. You can read all the winners here!
Sinners Discussion with Alise Chaffins
You can now watch or listen to my podcast episode with Alise Chaffins discussing Sinners here.
Andor Season 2 Discussion with Matthew Simpson
You can watch or listen to my podcast discussion of Andor's final season with Matthew Simpson here.
Why I’m Pausing Festival Coverage Without Remote Press Access
I'm pausing festival coverage without remote press access. Here's why, how I plan to adjust my coverage, and more.
Lilo & Stitch (2002) Discussion with Jack Martin
You can watch or listen to my podcast discussion of Lilo & Stitch (2002) with Jack Martin of Film Feeder here!
Materialists Trailer: Celine Song Brings Back the Rom-Drama with Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal & Chris Evans This June
Celine Song’s follow-up to Past Lives, Materialists, hits theaters in June.
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Sorry, Baby Trailer: Eva Victor’s Sundance Hit Arrives in Theaters this June
Eva Victor’s directorial debut, Sorry, Baby, hits theaters in June.
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Grand Theft Auto VI Delayed To May 26th, 2026
Sorry, everyone, but Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed to May 26th, 2026.
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Welcome to Phase Six!
Today marks the start of Phase Six and my fifth anniversary of Austin B Media.
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Bob Dylan Biopic A Complete Unknown Hits Hulu on March 27
Searchlights Pictures’ Oscar-nominated film starring Timothée Chalamet joins Hulu lineup.
SXSW 2025 | Tiger Review
Tiger is a beautifully crafted short documentary about resilience, artistry, and legacy.
Read my SXSW 2025 review here!
Conan O'Brien Returns to Host the 98th Oscars
Two weeks after the 97th Oscars, The Academy confirmed Conan O’Brien will return as host.
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SXSW 2025 | Bulldozer Review
Bulldozer is a darkly comedic TV pilot that sometimes pushes its manic energy too far.
Check out my review here!
SXSW 2025 | Exploring Authenticity and Resilience in Real Faces
I sat down with Leni Huyghe & Elisa Heene from the film Real Faces during SXSW 2025.
Check it out here!
SXSW 2025 | Exploring Trauma, Music, and Resilience in Surviving Earth
I sat down with Thea Gajić & Slavko Sobin from the film Surviving Earth during SXSW 2025.
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SXSW 2025 | Annie St-Pierre Reveals the Philosophy Behind Your Higher Self
I recently sat down with Your Higher Self director Annie St-Pierre during SXSW 2025.
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SXSW 2025 | Exploring Rebellion, Art, and Cinema in Glorious Summer
I recently sat down with the creative team behind Glorious Summer during SXSW 2025.
Check it out here!