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David Lowery’s Mother Mary is a Dallas-Born Tale of Music, Friendship and Ghosts

Alyssa Fields — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:51:12 -0500

Mother Mary is a Dallas-Born Tale of Music, Friendship and Ghosts" /> Dallas filmmaker David Lowery returns with Mother Mary, a poetic, ghostly exploration of art and friendship starring Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel.

Tragedy Struck Bastards of Soul, But They Live On Through A Powerful Documentary

Alyssa Fields — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:46:15 -0500

A touching documentary chronicling the rise, heartbreak and afterlife of the Dallas soul band is streaming now.

The 10 Films You Need to See at This Year’s Dallas International Film Festival

Alec Spicer — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:03:48 -0500

Before North Texas' biggest film festival returns later this month, discover the must-see documentaries, indie horrors and Texas-rooted stories on the lineup.

Cue & Coda Films Is Ready to Tell the Stories Hollywood Won’t

Alec Spicer — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:25:14 -0500

The Arlington-based production company has kept things low-key in Dallas while making waves in other markets. Now, it's ready for the spotlight.

Filmmaker Gene Gallerano Brings Honky-Tonk and Homegrown Horror Back to North Texas

Alec Spicer — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:05:54 -0500

A Dallas-raised director looks to his roots for two upcoming projects: a creature feature and a heartfelt documentary about country artist Joshua Ray Walker.

Nick Jonas Strikes A Chord with Paul Rudd in Power Ballad

Alec Spicer — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:55:13 -0500

We caught up with Dallas' own Nick Jonas to talk his new film, favorite restaurant to drop by when he comes back, and how the big Texas sky influences his work.

Dallas Filmmaker’s Doc Captures Charley Crockett’s Unvarnished Soul

Alec Spicer — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:03:32 -0500

A Cowboy in London offers an unapologetic look at the country crooner through director Jared L. Christopher's lens.

Taylor Sheridan Made Dallas Feel Like New York City, Says The Madison Cast

Alyssa Fields — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:38:14 -0500

The cast of The Madison discuss the show's deviation from Sheridan's usual work and bringing the Big Apple to Big D.

Sydney Chandler’s Texas Roots Shine in the SXSW Premiere of Soulful Sci-Fi Film Anima

Alec Spicer — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:40:55 -0500

Anima" />Alien: Earth star Sydney Chandler comes home for the world premiere of her poignant new film.

Dallas Native John Burr Brings Terror to Our Backyard in The Gates

Alec Spicer — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:49:12 -0500

The Gates" />Experience James Van Der Beek's powerful final performance in a Dallas-set thriller now playing in area AMC theaters.