Jury

“Slanted” Clinches Grand Jury Prize at SXSW 2025, Delves Deep into Racial Identity with a Transformative Tale

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Austin, Texas – The 2025 SXSW Film and TV Festival’s grand jury awarded its top narrative prize to “Slanted,” a provocative film directed by Amy Wang. This year’s festival held in Austin highlighted groundbreaking works that push cinematic boundaries, but it was “Slanted” that caught the jury’s eye for its daring exploration of race and identity through a satirical lens. “Slanted” delves into the life of Joan Huang, a high school senior who participates in an experimental procedure to change her race as part of a desperate bid to fit in and clinch the title … Read more

Atlanta Residents Alert: Jury Duty Scam Resurfaces with New Tactics to Defraud Locals

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FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Residents in metro Atlanta counties, Fulton and Dekalb, are currently facing the resurgence of a convincing jury duty scam. This scheme involves callers who impersonate law enforcement officials, informing residents that they’ve missed jury duty and consequently have an outstanding arrest warrant. According to reports, individuals in the area received these alarming calls recently. Deanna Turner, a resident of Dekalb County, shared her unsettling experience after receiving such a call on a Wednesday morning. The caller, who identified himself as an officer from the Dekalb County Sheriff’s Department, convincingly laid out … Read more

Diddy Clashes with Federal Prosecutors Over Jury Selection for Upcoming Trial

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Los Angeles, California — Hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is engaged in a contentious dispute with federal authorities regarding the selection of jurors for his looming criminal trial. A tense contest of plans and timelines has emerged, shadowed by Diddy’s legal team lobbying for an approach that allows them substantial leverage in vetting jurors. Diddy’s attorneys argue the need for a broad and rigorous jury selection process, proposing the utilisation of a substantial pool of 600 potential jurors. They are pushing for the process to commence on May 5, thereby ensuring ample time to assemble … Read more

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

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Austin, Texas — In a dazzling showcase of storytelling that melds the personal with the universal, Amy Wang’s film “Slanted” clinched the Narrative Jury Award at the prestigious South by Southwest (SXSW) festival. The film, which delves into the nuanced experiences of Asian American siblings, stood out among a diverse array of entries, making a resonant impact on audiences and critics alike. “Slanted” takes an intimate look at the lives of three siblings who navigate the complexities of identity and perception in the American Midwest. Wang’s narrative weaves humor with tender family dynamics, bringing a … Read more