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Richard Whittaker

Culture Editor

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The Austin Chronicle

Preston's Summary

Richard Whittaker is a Culture Editor at the Austin Chronicle. He focuses on the arts and entertainment sector, covering topics such as the film industry, filmmaking, theater, and event management. Richard's work has been featured in the Monterey County Weekly and The Austin Chronicle, showcasing his insights and critiques in the realm of cinema and live performances.

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Geo Focus

Austin, United States (Local)

Coverage Attributes:

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Opinion: 29 %
Reviews: 27 %
Informative: 25 %
Events: 8 %
Interviews Q&as: 7 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Film Industry
  • Filmmaking
  • Plays & Musicals
  • Entertainment News
  • Concerts & Festivals
  • Celebrities
  • Nightlife

Pitching Insights

Richard's focus is predominantly on entertainment news, particularly in the film industry and around events related to cinema. To effectively reach out to him, consider offering insights or exclusive access related to local film festivals, movie premieres, or events taking place in Austin or Texas.

Given his coverage attributes heavily favor event coverage and reviews, pitches featuring unique angles on upcoming films, behind-the-scenes stories from local filmmakers or actors, and exclusive previews of highly anticipated releases are likely to capture his attention.

As Richard has a localized geographic focus within the United States (specifically Texas and Austin), it would be beneficial for outreach efforts to tie into this regional scope by highlighting relevant connections with the local film scene.

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Articles

The Austin Chronicle

Supergirl Review: Hero With a Hangover Supergirl Rating: 3 out of 5. The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

Supergirl Review: Hero With a Hangover Supergirl Rating: 3 out of 5. The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

By: Richard Whittaker

In Supergirl , the latest addition to James Gunn's quasi-revamp of the DC cinematic universe, everyone has a purpose.

The Austin Chronicle

Maddie's Secret Review: Obnoxious Comedy May Leave You a Little Sick Maddie's Secret The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

Maddie's Secret Review: Obnoxious Comedy May Leave You a Little Sick Maddie's Secret The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

By: Richard Whittaker

Ever gone to a bar and a restaurant, and there's been a really obnoxiously loud party there that insists on screech-laughing at the constant barrage

The Austin Chronicle

Moana Review: The Same Wave Rolls Back Around Moana Rating: 2.5 out of 5. The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

Moana Review: The Same Wave Rolls Back Around Moana Rating: 2.5 out of 5. The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

By: Richard Whittaker

Moana , the live-action remake of the 2016 modern animated favorite , will make a huge amount of money.

The Austin Chronicle

Night Nurse Review: The Psychopath's Guide to Caretaking Night Nurse Rating: 3 out of 5. The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

Night Nurse Review: The Psychopath's Guide to Caretaking Night Nurse Rating: 3 out of 5. The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

By: Richard Whittaker

“Nurse at a retirement community gets her kinky kicks when she becomes part of a resident's scam” is an accurate précis of the story of Night

The Austin Chronicle

Evil Dead Burn Review: Hell Is Other People Evil Dead Burn Rating: 3 out of 5. The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

Evil Dead Burn Review: Hell Is Other People Evil Dead Burn Rating: 3 out of 5. The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

By: Richard Whittaker

When Sam Raimi unleashed The Evil Dead on audiences in 1981, what was truly innovative wasn't the unrelenting gore, or the mercilessness with which he treated its characters.

The Austin Chronicle

Skip to content SUPPORT Fantastic Fest to Honor The Warriors Director Walter Hill The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

Skip to content SUPPORT Fantastic Fest to Honor The Warriors Director Walter Hill The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker

By: Richard Whittaker

Fantastic Fest, the annual Austin-based celebration of weird and wonderful cinema, has just announced that legendary action writer/director Walter

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