Festival

Festival Feud Finale: Fayetteville Dogwood Festival Ex-Directors Settle Year-Long Defamation Dispute with Nominal $100 Verdict

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Fayetteville, NC — In a notable legal conclusion emerging from Cumberland County Superior Court on Tuesday, a jury awarded a nominal $100 in damages at the end of a defamation lawsuit involving two former directors of the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival. This legal battle attracted attention due to its focus on accusations made through social media. The dispute centered on Malia Allen, who managed the festival from 2018 to 2020, and her predecessor Carrie King, who held the position from 2006 to 2018. The controversy began after Allen released several videos on TikTok and other platforms … Read more

Ben Affleck’s ‘The Accountant 2’ and ‘Fantasy Life’ Shine as 2025 SXSW Film & TV Festival Audience Favorites

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Austin, Texas – The SXSW Film & TV Festival, a premier event celebrating independent and mainstream art in film, television, and interactive media, has recently announced the much-anticipated winners of its Audience Awards for the year 2025. This reveal follows closely after the previously disclosed Jury Awards, heightening the excitement around the festival’s diverse offerings. This year’s festival proved to be a spotlight for a captivating mix of narrative features, documentaries, and experimental media, bringing forth both new talents and seasoned entertainers. Among the noteworthy winners in the Headliner category, “The Accountant 2” directed by … Read more

“Slanted” and “Shuffle” Lead Triumphs at the 32nd SXSW Film & TV Festival: A Celebration of Bold Storytelling and Cinematic Excellence

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Austin, Texas — The 32nd SXSW Film & TV Festival, held in vibrant Austin, wrapped up its 2025 session with an electrifying array of winners in diverse categories ranging from Narrative Features to Music Videos. At the heart of this year’s festival was a collection of films and TV shows that deftly mirrored the complexities of human experiences, pushing creative boundaries and drawing accolades for their innovation and emotional depth. A stand-out at the festival was the Narrative Feature Competition, supported by Kickstarter. The top prize was snagged by Amy Wang for her directorial work … Read more

Amy Wang’s ‘Slanted’ Clinches Top Narrative Prize at SXSW Film Festival

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Austin, Texas — In a remarkable showcase of talent at this year’s South by Southwest (SXSW) festival, filmmaker Amy Wang’s “Slanted” clinched the Narrative Jury Award. Wang’s film, which delves into the trials and tribulations of three Asian American sisters navigating complexities within their personal and professional lives, struck a chord with the audience and critics alike. “Slanted” artfully illustrates the cultural and generational clashes faced by the sisters, thereby bringing a vivid narrative to the forefront of cinematic discourse at the festival. The film gained attention not only for its engaging storyline but also … Read more