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Texas Art & Film is a comprehensive platform that provides insightful reviews primarily about movies. It covers various genres, including new releases, classics, art films, and foreign films. The platform is committed to offering honest and critical perspectives, making it a go-to source for film and art enthusiasts who seek thoughtful analysis and commentary. Texas Art & Film features reviews, articles, interviews, and more, catering to a diverse audience passionate about cinema, drama, and visual arts. Whether you’re interested in mainstream blockbusters, indie gems, theater, or art and artists, Texas Art & Film strives to deliver engaging content that informs and entertains.

DUSTIN CHASE

EDITOR AT LARGE

Dustin began writing reviews in 1997 and has written over 2000 movie critiques and counting, along with entertainment articles and news stories. Dustin has also interviewed actors, producers, and other film industry icons. His coverage extends from film festivals and movie premiers to the Academy Awards. He was also the weekly featured film critic on “Flix Fix” for the CW Network, a regular film commentator for NPR., and the movie critic for the oldest newspaper in Texas. Dustin is a member of the Critics Choice Association (CCA) and the Houston Film Critics Society (HFCS).
dustinchase@texasartfilm.com

EVAN ZIMMERMAN

FOUNDER

Evan has been involved in publishing since 1992. As founder of Texas Art & Film in 2009, Evan sought to promote both art and film in Texas. Evan has been featured for both his photojournalism and writing in many US and international publications. His continuous contributions to the magazine and striving for quality has helped TAF become what it is today.

JAMES BROWN

EDITOR IN CHIEF

James Brown joined Texas Art & Film in 2017 as a film critic and copy editor. He has been editor since 2022. Before joining Texas Art & Film, James was the co-host of a variety show on KPRC Radio. He covers various film festivals throughout the year, including Toronto International Film Festival, Austin Film Festival, and DIFF. He lives in Houston.  

jamesbrown@texasartfilm.com

MARK WHITE

CONTRIBUTOR

Mark White was born in the United Kingdom and spent his youth traveling across Europe and America as a military brat. Mark’s love and appreciation for cinema started early and runs deep across decades and genres in the medium. Mark has a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Maryland. He currently works as a motion picture/theater administrator for the Army Air Force Exchange Service in Germany, a job that fuels his continued love of cinema. Mark is a self-professed cinephile and pop culture nerd, with a particular soft spot for horror and sci-fi.

markwhite@texasartfilm.com

Max Weimmer

MAX WEIMMER

CONTRIBUTOR

Max Weimmer is an avid film, music, and Greek dance enthusiast. He writes for Texas Art & Film, teaches film and theater to high school students, and is a founding director of the Houston Greek Film Festival. In his free time, Max enjoys watching films and reading.

@maxkostakis

 

MARK SCHUMANN

CONTRIBUTOR

Mark Schumann contributes to Texas Art & Film through Awards podcasts and film reviews. He also writes for his own film site, Reel Nutrition.

mark@reelnutrition.com

DR.DONNA COPELAND

1939 - 2022

Dr. Copeland was a clinical psychologist with numerous publications in that field. In addition to Texas Art & Film, Donna was a frequent guest on KUHF’s Houston Matters. She was also a regular on the Critics Circle podcast, co-hosting the “Popcorn Therapy” segment, and chaired the Psychoanalysis and Film committee for the Houston Psychoanalytic Society. Her reviews and articles about film are archived here.

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