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Richard Whittaker

Culture Editor

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The Austin Chronicle, NewsBreak

Preston's Summary

Richard Whittaker is a Culture Editor at Monterey County Weekly. He specializes in arts and entertainment, with a strong focus on film and cinema, pop culture, and event management. Richard's work has been featured in notable publications such as The Austin Chronicle and NewsBreak.

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Geo Focus

Austin, United States (Local)

Coverage Attributes:

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

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Film Industry
  • Filmmaking
  • Filmmaking Equipment
  • Pop Culture
  • Entertainment News
  • Nightlife
  • Plays & Musicals

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

Idiots Review: The Curse and Comedy of Self-Deception Idiots 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

Idiots Review: The Curse and Comedy of Self-Deception Idiots 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

“Are you familiar with the philosophy that everyone, everywhere is always doing the best that they are able to in that given moment?”

The Austin Chronicle

Chronicle Owner Nick Barbaro to Sell Stake in South by Southwest to Penske 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

Chronicle Owner Nick Barbaro to Sell Stake in South by Southwest to Penske 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

It's the end of an era today as Nick Barbaro, co-founder and co-owner of South by Southwest, has announced that he is selling his stake in the conference and festival to Penske Media Corporation.

The Austin Chronicle

Dear You Review: Identity and Integration in a Hidden Family History Dear You 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

Dear You Review: Identity and Integration in a Hidden Family History Dear You 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

Chinese historical drama Dear You 's original title translates more accurately to Love Letters to Grandma . Yet it's been a long time since Iap Sogriu (Wu Shaoqing) has received that kind of mail.

The Austin Chronicle

Onslaught Review: Pervy Sex and Bloody Death Onslaught 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

Onslaught Review: Pervy Sex and Bloody Death Onslaught 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

Long before Adam Wingard became the guy who made box office eye candy like the Godzilla films, he made a little hallucinatory horror called Pop Skull about junkies in Alabama.

The Austin Chronicle

Fall Events Spotlight: Glee Club

Fall Events Spotlight: Glee Club

By: Carys Anderson, James Renovitch, Richard Whittaker, Caroline Drew, Kat McNevins, Kimberley Jones, James Scott

In its journey from Psych Fest in 2008 to what they're now calling “Lev 2026,” the Levitation music festival has taken many forms but maintains

The Austin Chronicle

Unpleasant Dreams in New Horror Film Parasomnia 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

Unpleasant Dreams in New Horror Film Parasomnia 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 it comes to scaring, Austin filmmaker James Ross II isn't interested in slashers and gore and the tropes of the genre.

The Austin Chronicle

Hope Review: A Monstrous Waste of Potential Hope Rating: 2 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

Hope Review: A Monstrous Waste of Potential Hope Rating: 2 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

As a critic, I long ago accepted that which films do and do not get a theatrical release is a decision process that lies far above my pay grade and I will only suffer sleepless nights if I ponder them too long.

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