The Art of Self-Defense
Jesse Eisenberg excels as the mouse that roars in this karate black comedy
"...In the Nineties, a film like The Art of Self-Defense – one that explores the ways frightened men are..."
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July 12, 2019 Movie Review by Matthew Monagle
Self-Defense in the Trump Era
Targeted groups take safety into their own hands
"...into their own hands and seeking out training in self-defense techniques. While the proprietors and teachers at some fighting..."
Jan. 7, 2017 Sports Post by Tucker Whatley
Going on the Offensive With The Art of Self-Defense
Jesse Eisenberg navigates the hierarchy of martial arts
"...work, and for his new movie, The Art of Self-Defense, writer/director Riley Stearns has been undertaking the necessary self-promotion...."
March 8, 2019 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker
Ortiz Shooting: The Merits of Self-Defense
What would it take to believe Jason Roche's story?
"...but claimed he did so as an act of self-defense. While court documents suggest Ortiz had access to a..."
July 20, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez
Harrell: Attempted Murder or Self-Defense?
Trial of 2016 cop shooting leaves context out of question
"...also the state's motion in limine to prohibit the defense's probe into the anonymous tip...."
April 27, 2018 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger
July 4 Murder, or Self-Defense?
What happened before Jason Roche shot Devonte Ortiz?
"...Roche said he shot Ortiz in self-defense, but police have video evidence that shows "Ortiz was..."
July 13, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez
Panel Recap: Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Expression and Self-Defense
Author/sex blogger Violet Blue on online harassment
"...blogger Violet Blue's panel Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Expression and Self-Defense discussed at length the most famous example of this,..."
March 17, 2009 Screens Post by Rebecca Farr
Fragrant Self-Defense
Live Shot of Yeasayer at Stubb's Thursday
"...Standing four strong, Brooklyn's Yeasayer took the stage in defense of latest LP Fragrant World, deciphering its intricate songs..."
Sept. 7, 2012 Music Post by Abby Johnston
Death Watch: New Appeal Argues Ineffective Defense
New appeal argues Williams' mental impairment
"...stolen. Williams told police that he'd shot Blando in self-defense. Blando had approached him with his gun drawn, and..."
May 10, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith
Death Row Inmate Kills Self, Claimed Innocence
As his defense attorney worked on a last appeal of his case,
29-year-old Michael Johnson, who was set to become the
376th prisoner executed in Texas since 1976, took a
makeshift knife and slashed his own throat
"...Oct. 19, as 29-year-old death row inmate Michael Johnson's defense attorney worked on a last appeal of his case,..."
Oct. 27, 2006 News Feature by Jordan Smith
In Defense of Paul McCartney
Milquetoast Balladeer or Songwriting Stud?
"..."The thing I find myself doing, which is a pity, really, is trying to..."
Dec. 15, 1995 Music Feature
Mala Sangre: City Shoots Self in Foot, Then Reloads
The city's legal strategy -- or lack thereof -- in the Jeff White suit.
"...Don Feare says he is frankly puzzled by the defense tactics of city officials, including City Manager Toby Futrell,..."
Oct. 31, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith
The Common Law
Basketbrawl – Self Defense in Texas
"...Could the players argue self-defense if the NBA fight happened in Texas?..."
Dec. 17, 2004 Column by Luke Ellis
The Common Law
Basketbrawl – self-defense in Texas
"...Could the fans argue self-defense if the NBA fight happened in Texas?..."
Dec. 24, 2004 Column by Luke Ellis
Enough
"...know where this is going, the tagline nudging us: “Self Defense Isn't Murder.” Sure, but is it self-defense when..."
May 24, 2002 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones
Queen & Slim
Tragic romance with a Black Lives Matter message
"...movie). He’s a hardworking Christian and she’s a criminal defense lawyer. In the car while driving home, a small..."
Nov. 29, 2019 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten
Girls Rock!
"How do you teach a teenage girl how to like herself?" is the key question that drives Portland, Ore.'s Rock 'n' Roll Camp for Girls, as well as this documentary survey of the experience.
"...do you teach a teenage girl how to like herself?" Because girls rock camp isn't just a five-day immersion..."
March 21, 2008 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones
X-Men
"...film's greatest strength lies in its ability to view itself as a modern moral fable of sorts. This springs,..."
July 14, 2000 Movie Review by Marc Savlov
Did You Wonder Who Fired the Gun?
A true-crime family mystery indicts decades of racial violence.
"...owner, shot Bill Spann, a local black man, in “self-defense.” Spann died two days later. Branch was charged with..."
April 20, 2018 Movie Review by Danielle White
Sweet Country
The modern Western goes to Northern Australia.
"...eventually cause Sam to shoot the “mad-dog Australian” in self-defense, whereupon Sam and Lizzie go on the run because..."
April 13, 2018 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten
Mirror Mirror
Holding on to the Snow White fairy tale's most tiresome aspects, this iteration has some visual sass but is devoid of wit.
"...known here) undergoes a Karate Kid-like training montage in self-defense. (Less clear is why she concludes the montage in..."
April 6, 2012 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones
Monster
Charlize Theron gives a ferocious performance as serial killer Aileen Wuornos.
"...moments she is about to turn her gun on herself, finally extinguishing her pained life and turmoil. Instead, she..."
Jan. 16, 2004 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten
On the Cutting Edge: Four Short Films About Violence Against Women
"...image to defend women who kill their batterers in self-defense. Cold statistical facts are juxtaposed against assorted dream-like images...."
Sept. 16, 1994 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten
Aileen Wuornos: The Selling of a Serial Killer
"...manages to obtain that precious interview with the condemned herself. Wuornos comes across as a paranoid (perhaps rightfully so)..."
Aug. 12, 1994 Movie Review by Marc Savlov
A Show of Police Force After Foster’s Killer Is ID’d
Daniel Perry claims self-defense; 40 arrested in weekend clashes
"...inadvertently turned into the demonstration and then fired in self-defense after Foster pointed the barrel of his AK-47 at..."
Aug. 7, 2020 News Feature by Brant Bingamon
12 Jurors Found Him Guilty of Murder. Gov. Abbott Thinks He Knows Better.
An Army sergeant thought he could get away with murdering a Black Lives Matter protester, and he might be right
"...interview a short time later said he'd shot in self-defense, thinking that Foster was about to raise his gun...."
April 14, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon
Dangerous Liaisons
A Gay Man's Search for Sex Ends in His Murder
"...and proposed legislation against hate crimes]. Hate Crime or Self Defense? Was Becker's murder motivated by hate? That's a..."
March 14, 1997 News Feature by Amy Smith
Justice or Vengeance?
A tale of tragedy and punishment in Williamson County
"...was the result of an overzealous prosecutor, a lackadaisical defense by a legendary Austin attorney, and the official rush..."
Nov. 4, 2005 News Feature by Kevin Brass
1 Billion Rising
February 14, 2013. 28 Photos.
"...Joy from Sun Dragon Self-Defense demonstrates self-defense techniques that informed the dance moves Debbie..."
Feb. 14, 2013 Photo Gallery
Hung Jury in Murder Trial of APD Officer Christopher Taylor Causes Mistrial
Jurors were deadlocked through four days of deliberation
"...this case a mistrial.” Attorneys with the prosecution and defense agreed to grant a mistrial. Moments later, the courtroom..."
