From McHi to Hollywood for Max Decker
McALLEN — About 75 McAllen ISD alumni socialized in the Lamar Academy gym Saturday night for a small reunion. One…
Brownsville native relishes chance to make things better
Miriam Suarez almost went to business school. She’d been managing an affordable-housing property for a couple of years, and so…
Big Screens in Small Towns
Once upon a time, in the last century, an event as exotic as a film festival could only be experienced…
The many faces, talents of Disney star Parker Coppins
It all started back in sixth grade in Harlingen. Parker Coppins played a quack doctor on the stage. A few…
Lights, Camera, Harlingen: Local artist helps produce Christmas horror film in town
HARLINGEN — Melissa Vega is usually on the other side of the camera — acting. But this time she’s helping…
San Juan native Cristela Alonzo provides voice for Cruz Ramirez in new ‘Cars’ film
Cristela Alonzo shines in “Cars 3” as her character’s story arc echoes her own journey to become a successful actress…
9th Annual 24 Hour Film Dash Results
Here are the Results of the 24 Hour Film Dash. The elements were Creepy Roommate, Scuba Flippers, “You don’t have…
Comedian sets sights on immigration issue
Veteran comic Jeff Ross will spend the week in Brownsville learning about immigration while filming an upcoming comedy special, which…
Local theater legend’s story earns PSJA Memorial state film title
ALAMO — State-champion filmmakers at PSJA Memorial Early College High School remember how emotional it was to cut together their…
Bubble Gum King: Documentary tells story of McAllen’s famous gum magnate
It wasn’t until John Paris was 12 that he learned the truth about his father. “My mom decided it’s time…