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How Dallas TikToker Nakia Smith Took the Year's Biggest Film to the Next Level

By Alex Gonzalez

Jul 14, 2025

The Black American Sign Language interpreter tells us about working on Sinners, being featured in Abbott Elementary and making film more accessible.

Bengali Film Festival of Dallas Returns For Its Eighth Year

By Liam Gaughan

Jul 10, 2025

This year's lineup promises the best in Bengali fashion, film and cultural traditions.

The Texas Theatre is Celebrating the Cinema of 1982 with ‘The Future Was Now’

By Austin Zook

Jul 8, 2025

The series, inspired by a book of the same name, is bringing some of the biggest sci-fi and fantasy films ever to Dallas.

These Movies Stole the Show at the 2025 Oak Cliff Film Festival

By Austin Zook

Jul 3, 2025

The annual film festival took over venues throughout Oak Cliff, bringing film lovers and filmmakers together for fellowship and movie magic.

Dallas' Mocky Horror Picture Show Revels in Film's Biggest Flops

By Liam Gaughan

Jul 2, 2025

The live performance trio has found a way to make shitty movies into can't-miss screenings. Or into new-fangled comedies.

The Texas Theatre Is Honoring Val Kilmer With Tribute Showings This Week

By Lisa Laman

Jun 30, 2025

The Oak Cliff movie theater is remembering the late actor with a lineup of films that showcased his unpredictability.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Look Back On Season 2 of America's Sweethearts

By Adam Davidson

Jun 28, 2025

We caught up with a couple of Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders to discuss the latest season of their Netflix docuseries, receiving a 400% pay increase and being an inspiration for women.

The Biggest Moments From Season 2 of America's Sweethearts

By Alex Gonzalez

Jun 25, 2025

Raises, resignations and an Observer story are highlights in Netflix's Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders docuseries.

How Much Do Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Make?

By Alex Gonzalez

Jun 20, 2025

The documentary America's Sweethearts sent fans on a campaign to get Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders more money. How much do they earn?

James Wallace Has Turned A Childhood Obsession with Film Into A Dream Come True

By Preston Barta

Jun 20, 2025

The Dallas-raised cinephile has honed his love for movies into a celebrated career by curating cinematic magic for the North Texas film community.

From Mesquite to Pixar: Jasmine Derry's Stellar Journey to the Stars

By Preston Barta

Jun 19, 2025

The North Texas animator's journey from small-town roots to crafting cosmic magic culminates in her work on Elio, Pixar's latest adventure hitting theaters this weekend.

Documentary Shorts Are Dominating the 2025 Oak Cliff Film Festival

By Austin Zook

Jun 19, 2025

The festival is delivering us even more can't-miss documentary shorts from local filmmakers for this year's lineup.

Legendary Filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola is Coming to The Texas Theatre

By Liam Gaughan

Jun 18, 2025

Known for movies like The Godfather II and Apocalypse Now, Coppola is screening one of his worst-received films in Dallas next month.

Comedian Sheng Wang Is Bringing His Biggest Tour Ever to Dallas

By Austin Zook

Jun 17, 2025

We caught up with the Texas-raised comedian ahead of his stand-up set at the Majestic Theatre on Saturday.

Netflix & Thrill: The Streaming Service is Bringing a Real-Life Squid Game to Dallas

By Alec Spicer

Jun 17, 2025

Later this year, Dallas will be one of only two cities in the U.S. opening the doors of Netflix House, an immersive experience based on streaming favorites.

Pegasus Film Festival Returns with New Awards, Genres

By Liam Gaughan

Jun 16, 2025

The three-day festival provides a platform for young filmmakers to screen their work and break through the barriers of the film industry.

A New Adult Swim Show Will Poke Fun at the Ridiculousness of Jerry Jones

By Simon Pruitt

Jun 13, 2025

The network's new animated show, called Keeping Up With The Joneses, will follow a Dallas family trying to "keep up" with their rich neighbors.

Dallas-Made Film Age of Audio Details the Personal Side of Podcasting

By Austin Zook

Jun 13, 2025

The new documentary features interviews with notable podcasters, including Ira Glass, Marc Maron and Kevin Smith.

A Dallas Drag Performer is Competing to Be The King of Drag

By Alex Gonzalez

Jun 12, 2025

Dallas' Buck Wylde is among the contestants vying to grab the crown in a new, first-of-its-kind drag king reality TV competition.

No Shiplap Here: Magnolia Table in Waco Is Worth the Drive Down I-35

By Nick Reynolds

Jun 12, 2025

If you've got a day to kill and a need for comfort food, this trio of spots in Waco is your fixer-upper.

Film, TV & Streaming

Ranking the Best Movies of 2025 So Far

Previewing KNON's Free Film Festival

Film, TV & Streaming

Ranking the Best Movies of 2025 So Far

Previewing KNON's Free Film Festival

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