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This Spring, Keep the Dallas Observer Blossoming

Patrick Williams — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:53:59 -0500

Become a member this month and help us grow.

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.

Dallas International Film Festival’s 20-Year Milestone is a Cinematic Love Letter to the City

Alec Spicer — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:13:10 -0600

This spring, the Dallas International Film Festival celebrates 20 years of elevating cinematic art and building community in the heart of Dallas.

Online Influencers Could Help Bring Young People to Politics, But Can Also Cause Harm

Emma Ruby — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:02:30 -0600

Texas’ senate primary election has divided Democrats and been a boon for content creators hoping to go viral.

Say Hello to the Dallas Observer’s New Staff Writer, Austin Wood

Kelly Dearmore — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:34:05 -0600

Dallas Observer’s New Staff Writer, Austin Wood" />We're excited about what our new addition has in store for you.

How a North Texas Director Turns 30-Second Commercials Into Resonant Art

Alec Spicer — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:46:28 -0600

A true poet of prime time, Nolan Goff channels the spirit and scenery of North Texas into national commercials with stars like Sarah Michelle Gellar.

Dallas Dialed Up Nostalgia in 2025 by Partying Like it Was 1999

Alyssa Fields — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 09:30:00 -0600

From old-school landlines to roller rinks, Dallas is riding a wave of millennial nostalgia, proving that what once was old is new (and cooler) again.

Disc Deals in DFW: Where to Sell Your Old DVDs to Get the Best Bang for Your Buck

Alec Spicer — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:57:24 -0600

We hit the road with the same four films to see which local shop pays top dollar for your cinema collection — field reporting, if you will.

Observer Membership Has Its Privileges: A Party With Us

Patrick Williams — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:43:53 -0600

Observer Membership Has Its Privileges: A Party With Us" />You supported our journalism in 2025, now we want to give our supporters a gift to get ready for another year of storytelling. Join us Dec. 17 at The Grapevine Bar.