The Culture
June 17, 2015
So About That “Texas Rising” Finale . . .
What this historical dramatization of the Texas Revolution could have been—and what it was.
Texas Rising
Texas Rising
June 11, 2015
The Latest Installment Is the Most Superior Yet
“Texas Rising” might even be good.
The Culture
June 10, 2015
The Basic Problem with “Texas Rising”? A Lack of Human Connection
If the death of a horse is the most touching scene in this production, what does that say about it?
The Culture
June 4, 2015
We Have Minutiae, But Where is the Nuance?
Usually the devil is in the details, but with “Texas Rising,” the broad brush strokes are more troubling.
The Culture
June 2, 2015
Are You Not Entertained?
If you don’t think about it too hard, Texas Rising is pretty enjoyable to watch.
The Culture
May 28, 2015
The Very Blurry Line Between Fact and Fiction
Texas Rising has taken historic liberties that have undermined rather than enhanced the narrative momentum of the story.
The Culture
May 27, 2015
Let’s Not Count Out “Texas Rising” Just Yet
A slouchy story. No narrative drive. Questionable history. But, sure, I’ll keep watching Texas Rising.
Film & TV
May 13, 2015
That Sinking Feeling
Don’t invite a history buff to your "Texas Rising" viewing party.