SXSW

“Slanted” Snags Top Honors at SXSW 2025, Diving Deep into Racial Identity with Bold Satire

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Austin, Texas – Amy Wang’s directional venture, “Slanted,” clinched the grand jury prize for narrative features at the 2025 SXSW Film and TV Festival, in a robust competition showcasing a variety of cutting-edge films and television series. The film, featuring a senior high school student who undergoes a controversial racial transformation, stood out for its stark, satirical examination of racial identity. “Slanted” explores the lengths Joan Huang, the protagonist, is willing to go in her quest to fit in and achieve her dream of becoming Prom Queen by transforming into a white person. This bold … Read more

Despite Strict Texas Laws, Women Find Ways to Access Abortion Services, SXSW Panel Reveals

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Austin, Texas – Women in Texas continue to obtain abortions despite stringent state laws that severely limit the procedure, a panel at the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival discussed. The panel highlighted how despite the restrictive legislation, abortion remains accessible through various means, underscoring a persistent demand and an ongoing resistance to the legal constraints. The session at SXSW, a convergence of music, film, and interactive media industries, brought to light the complex realities surrounding reproductive rights in Texas. Panelists emphasized that women are finding ways to navigate the restrictions, which rank among the toughest … Read more

Meet the Esteemed Jury of the 2025 SXSW Film & TV Festival: Industry Leaders Ready to Judge Next Wave of Filmmakers

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The SXSW Film & TV Festival, an influential platform for creative minds in the entertainment industry, is set to unveil its awards at the Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas, on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. The ceremony, a crucial event on the film festival calendar, will be broadcasted live on Instagram, with a full list of winners to be announced shortly after on the SXSW official website. SXSW is recognized as an official qualifying festival for the Academy Awards Short Film competition, which underscores its significance in the entertainment landscape. Winners of the Best Animated, Best … Read more

7 Tisch Alumni Shine at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival with Award-Winning Projects

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Austin, Texas – From March 8 to 16, this year’s SXSW Film Festival showcased the cutting edge of discovery, creativity, and innovation in the film industry. It was an event where filmmakers, industry professionals, and enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the art of storytelling on the big screen. Several talented alumni from Tisch School of the Arts at New York University were among the honorees at the festival. Their exceptional work on various projects earned them recognition in four different categories. The achievements of these alumni stood out in a sea of talent, serving as a … Read more