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Guide to Submitting a Feature to the 2020 SXSW Film Festival
Submissions for Features are now closed. If you are in need of an extension, please fill out this form. If […] The post Guide to Submitting a Feature to the 2020 SXSW Film Festival appeared first...
How to Request an Extension for the 2020 SXSW Film Festival
Even though the 2020 SXSW Film Festival Late Deadline has passed, it is still possible to submit your project for […] The post How to Request an Extension for the 2020 SXSW Film Festival appeared...
Submit Your Film to the 2020 SXSW Film Festival – Texas High School Short and Title Design Final Deadline December 12
Submissions for Features, Shorts, Episodics, Music Videos, and VR/AR/MR projects are now closed. If you are in need of an […] The post Submit Your Film to the 2020 SXSW Film Festival – Texas High...
Apply to Participate at SXSW 2020: Upcoming Final Deadlines for Artists, Filmmakers, Startups & More
Calling all creatives – premiere your buzz-worthy film, perform on stage in front of a global audience, or pitch your […] The post Apply to Participate at SXSW 2020: Upcoming Final Deadlines for...
First Wave of 2020 Showcasing Artists Announced Including Beabadoobee, HTRK, Quinn Christopherson and More
While we’re still reeling from all the great acts from last March, it’s with great excitement that we present the […] The post First Wave of 2020 Showcasing Artists Announced Including...
The Paramount Theatre: Austin’s Thriving Cultural Landmark
Now in its 104th year, the Paramount Theatre stands on Congress Avenue as both a historic monument and a vibrant […] The post The Paramount Theatre: Austin’s Thriving Cultural Landmark appeared...
Colby Holt and Sam Probst Discuss Their Inspiration For Their Film Pig Hag – SXSW Filmmaker In Focus
Read our interview with filmmakers Colby Holt and Sam Probst. Their film Pig Hag world premiered at the 2019 SXSW […] The post Colby Holt and Sam Probst Discuss Their Inspiration For Their Film...
Riley Stearns Discusses His Dark Comedy The Art of Self-Defense
Filmmaker Riley Stearns debuted his second feature The Art of Self-Defense at the 2019 SXSW Film Festival where it world […] The post Riley Stearns Discusses His Dark Comedy The Art of...
Annabelle Attanasio Talks About Her Debut Feature Mickey and the Bear – SXSW Interview
Director and screenwriter Annabelle Attanasio‘s feature debut Mickey and the Bear world premiered at the 2019 SXSW Film Festival in […] The post Annabelle Attanasio Talks About Her Debut Feature...
Apply to the SXSW Art Program – Final Deadline October 11
The SXSW Art Program returns for its 4th year of showcasing experiential and conceptual visual artworks during SXSW 2020 from […] The post Apply to the SXSW Art Program – Final Deadline October 11...
Apply to SXSW Pitch 2020: Final Deadline November 15
At the 12th annual SXSW Pitch presented by Cyndx, a live audience and a panel of expert judges will discover […] The post Apply to SXSW Pitch 2020: Final Deadline November 15 appeared first on SXSW.
Showcasing Artist Application Tips from the SXSW Music Festival Team
Each March, the SXSW Music Festival invites 2,000 artists from around the world to Austin, Texas for a week of […] The post Showcasing Artist Application Tips from the SXSW Music Festival Team...
Apply to the SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards: Final Deadline November 15
The 23rd annual SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards will stop accepting applications on November 15. This long-running SXSW competition honors the […] The post Apply to the SXSW Interactive...
Assemble Your 2020 SXSW Squad & Save With Group Registration Rates
Bring your team to the 2020 SXSW Conference & Festivals from March 13-22 in Austin, TX to make amazing new […] The post Assemble Your 2020 SXSW Squad & Save With Group Registration Rates appeared...
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Lizzo, Choc Quib Town, & Broken Social Scene: Watch Music Festival Performances from Over the Years [Video]
The SXSW Music Festival dates back to 1987 when 177 artists gathered on 15 stages in Austin, Texas. The inaugural […] The post Lizzo, Choc Quib Town, & Broken Social Scene: Watch Music Festival...
From Short Stories to Academic Essays: Get Inspired to Compete in David Carr Prize 2020
The David Carr Prize was started to honor the legacy of journalist, author, and longtime SXSW speaker David Carr. Prompts […] The post From Short Stories to Academic Essays: Get Inspired to...
Take a Look at Documentary Spotlight World Premiere Jim Allison: Breakthrough – SXSW Filmmaker In Focus
Take a deep dive into our interview with filmmaker Bill Haney as he tells us about his documentary Jim Allison: […] The post Take a Look at Documentary Spotlight World Premiere Jim Allison:...
SXSW Alumni Releases – October 2019
Discover some of the SXSW Film Festival alumni films on release for October such as Little Monsters, Girl on the […] The post SXSW Alumni Releases – October 2019 appeared first on SXSW.
A SXSW State of the Union — Advocating for Human Rights
As we head into 2020 and the future, the world feels fraught with an uncertainty that can be disconcerting. But […] The post A SXSW State of the Union — Advocating for Human Rights appeared first...
Things to Remember When Applying to the SXSW 2020 Art Program