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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: 26 %
Events: 8 %
Interviews Q&as: 6 %

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

Motor City Review: Speak Softly and Kick Ass Motor City Rating: 3.5 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

Motor City Review: Speak Softly and Kick Ass Motor City Rating: 3.5 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

Hey Academy voters. I have some names for you. Remember how the production design team made you feel like you were in the cinematic Los Angeles of

The Austin Chronicle

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review: Solid Ground Spider-Man: Brand New Day Rating: 3.5 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

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review: Solid Ground Spider-Man: Brand New Day Rating: 3.5 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

When a character has been in constant publication for 64 years, there will be times when you'll like the writing, and times you won't. Take Spider-Man.

The Austin Chronicle

12 Years: Richard Linklater Returns to Boyhood 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

12 Years: Richard Linklater Returns to Boyhood 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

“A conceptual joke.” That's Richard Linklater's explanation for why, rather than celebrating the 10 th anniversary of his Oscar-winning feature, Boyhood , he opted to make the 12 th anniversary the time for a big reunion.

The Austin Chronicle

First Look: New Nature Documentary Deep in the Heart 2: Texas Rivers 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

First Look: New Nature Documentary Deep in the Heart 2: Texas Rivers 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

Austin-based nature documentarian Ben Masters has become the undeniable cinematic guardian of and advocate for Texas' wildlife and wild places.

The Austin Chronicle

Ice Cream Man Review: Summer Bummer Ice Cream Man Rating: 1 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

Ice Cream Man Review: Summer Bummer Ice Cream Man Rating: 1 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

There was a brief moment of hope for Eli Roth as a filmmaker. In 2018, the gorehound director made his first foray into kid-friendly territory with

The Austin Chronicle

Cookie Queens Review: Youthful Exuberance Meets Late-Stage Capitalism Cookie Queens 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

Cookie Queens Review: Youthful Exuberance Meets Late-Stage Capitalism Cookie Queens 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

If there's a damning indictment of the state of American late-stage capitalism, it's within the first two minutes of Girl Scout Cookies documentary

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