Austin-based nonprofit Indie Meme hosts their milestone 10th annual Indie Meme Film Festival (IMFF), featuring some of the most incredible films, filmmakers, and actors working in South Asian cinema. Since its inception, IMFF has been a platform for socially relevant storytelling, showcasing diverse voices from South Asia. The festival has sparked meaningful conversations on topics… Continue reading Movie News: Indie Meme Film Festival (IMFF) celebrates its 10th annual event of South Asian Cinema
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SXSW 2025 Film Review: The Baltimorons
One Of The Most Feel-Good Soul-Nourishing Flicks Around At this year’s South by Southwest film festival, within all of the mayhem, invitations, networking functions, movies to see, venues to checkout, bands to watch and people to connect with, it is without a doubt that one of the things I’m most glad about attending… was The Baltimorons premiere… Continue reading SXSW 2025 Film Review: The Baltimorons
SXSW Festival News: SXSW Film & Television Feature Film Highlights
SXSW Festival News: SXSW Film & Television Feature Film HighlightsThe highly anticipated 32nd edition of the festival has a very diverse lineup of films, TV projects, and XR Experiences to debut March 7-14, 2025. The 2025 Film & TV program includes 96 features (82 are World Premieres), 3 International Premieres, 3 North American Premieres, 2… Continue reading SXSW Festival News: SXSW Film & Television Feature Film Highlights
Movie News: Austin Jewish Film Festival Begins October 31 and Includes In Person and Virtual Options
The 22nd Austin Jewish Film Festival will be held in person from October 31 to November 10, 2024, followed by an online session from November 15 to 24. The Austin Jewish Film Festival’s 2024 lineup is available. In addition to viewing the films, three of which are world premieres, there will be Q&A events with… Continue reading Movie News: Austin Jewish Film Festival Begins October 31 and Includes In Person and Virtual Options
AFF Movie News: Austin Film Festival Highlights of Short Films Sure to Capture Attention
HI, FRIENDS! – Wheaton Simis, writer/director of the 7:10 minute short comedy short. “a cringe-inducing short film that takes place in the all-too-familiar present day. At a pot-luck picnic among “friends,” the world is closing in around Beth and Brian as they fight to retain their sanity. It’s a battle of wills for who can… Continue reading AFF Movie News: Austin Film Festival Highlights of Short Films Sure to Capture Attention
AFF Movie News: Austin Film Festival – Highlights of International and Local Stories Not to Miss
The Austin Film Festival begins Thursday, October 24, 2024, with many features that bring stories via documentaries and fiction. The festival runs through October 31, and there are two opportunities to view some films during the festival: at downtown venues or the Galaxy Theater. Here is a list of featured films as a preview of… Continue reading AFF Movie News: Austin Film Festival – Highlights of International and Local Stories Not to Miss
Fantastic Fest 2024: World Premieres to See Among the Many This Year
Fantastic Fest, the largest genre film festival in the US, specializing in horror, fantasy, sci-fi, and action movies worldwide, is now upon us. Starting Thursday, September 19, in Austin, TX, features and shorts are too numerous to list at once, but here are some for your consideration. FANTASTIC FEST WORLD PREMIERES AJ GOES to the… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024: World Premieres to See Among the Many This Year
Movie News: aGLIFF’s PRISM 37 LGBTQ+ Film Festival is Host to In the Summers Starring Residente
In the Summers is one of the many featured films offered during the aGLIFF’s PRISM 37 LGBTQ+ Film Festival held annually in Austin, TX. The film is a heartfelt family drama set in New Mexico. Synopsis- On a journey that spans the formative years of their lives, two sisters navigate their loving but volatile father… Continue reading Movie News: aGLIFF’s PRISM 37 LGBTQ+ Film Festival is Host to In the Summers Starring Residente
Events: Mariachi Rock Revolution is Host to Benefit for Austin Soundwaves’ Mariachi Para Todos
Are you looking for events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month? There are different types of events in Austin that celebrate diverse music, food, and activities from various entities. (Read more below about the history of Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins September 15th annually.) Hispanic Heritage Month can be celebrated with an exceptional night benefiting Mariachi… Continue reading Events: Mariachi Rock Revolution is Host to Benefit for Austin Soundwaves’ Mariachi Para Todos
Movie News: ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE CINEMA GIVES FAMILIES A SUMMER OF FUN WITH $5 TICKETS SUPPORTING CHILDREN’S NONPROFITS
The acclaimed cinema-eatery’s annual Kids Camp returns with $5 tickets to beloved films for the whole family, all supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Shoes That Fit, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Austin, TX — May 22, 2024 — “Summer’s here, school’s out, and parents wanting memorable and affordable entertainment for their families need look… Continue reading Movie News: ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE CINEMA GIVES FAMILIES A SUMMER OF FUN WITH $5 TICKETS SUPPORTING CHILDREN’S NONPROFITS