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The SXSW® Film Conference and Festival is a uniquely creative environment featuring the dynamic convergence of talent, smart audiences and industry heavyweights. A hotbed of discovery and interactivity, the event offers invaluable networking opportunities and immersion into the art and business of the rapidly evolving world of independent film.

The Film Conference buzzes as world-class speakers, creative minds, and notable mentors tackle the latest filmmaking trends amidst the unmatched social atmosphere of the SXSW experience. Simultaneously, the internationally acclaimed, nine-day Festival celebrates raw innovation and emerging talent, featuring a truly diverse program that includes provocative documentaries, subversive comedies, DIY narratives, genre standouts and more.

The Latest News from SXSW® Film

Humpday Highlights: Directing the Dead 2 - Directing the Deader

Last week's Humpday Highlights brought you two v

Posted by stephanie on 09/08/2010

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September Registration Deadline is Approaching Fast!

CharlesRamirezBerg.jpgWe're already deep into September, and the SXSW 2011 season is well underway. That also means that in a little over 2 weeks, our first registration deadline is up! Until September 24, you can still pick up a Film Badge for a savings of around 40% on the walk-up rate. A substantial savings, but it's only available for a couple more weeks!

Posted by jim on 09/08/2010

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SXSW Alumni News: Tuesday, September 7, 2010

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SXSW Alumni News is a weekly update tracking the latest news from some of the many SXSW filmmakers, panelists, speakers and other alumni. Get the latest info on new projects, acquisitions, interviews, features and more, right here, every Tuesday.

Posted by jim on 09/07/2010

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Book Now and Save!

fits_ra18.jpgFor organizations wishing to create the biggest presence on the smallest budget, there is no better outlet at SXSW than the Trade Show. As the site of convergence for the Film, Music and Interactive industries, it is host to some of the most important and influential companies around.

Posted by Peter on 09/07/2010

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SXSW Presents: Dogtooth

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When Yorgis Lanthimos' Dogtooth stormed the festival circuit earlier this year, "Film of the Year" declarations seemed to ring out from every corner of the blogosphere. Well-earned stripes for sure - this bizarre and utterly disturbing film throws in its lot with Happiness, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Michael Haneke in the fucked-up family portrait stakes.

Posted by jim on 09/07/2010

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SXSW Films on Release - Thursday, September 2, 2010

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Welcome to SXSW Films on Release, keeping you abreast of all the great films from previous SXSW lineups.

Whether in theaters, on DVD, online, on TV or anywhere else, catch up on films you missed, or just stay tuned to see your favourites again.

Wherever it is, we'll let you know right here.

Posted by jim on 09/02/2010

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Humpday Highlights: Directing the Dead

This week's Humpday Highlights presents Directing the Dead: Genre Directors Spill Their Guts: a meeting of some of the most sick and twisted minds making some of the most outrageous, frightening, and innovative horror movies out there.

Posted by stephanie on 09/01/2010

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SXSW Alumni News: Tuesday, August 31, 2010

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SXSW Alumni News is a weekly update tracking the latest news from some of the many SXSW filmmakers, panelists, speakers and other alumni. Get the latest info on new projects, acquisitions, interviews, features and more, right here, every Tuesday.

Posted by jim on 08/31/2010

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SXSW Filmmakers Lounge

Film-Lounge12_DL.jpgWith complimentary massages, comfortable furnishings and internet access, the SXSW Filmmakers Lounge is a center of activity for the over 800 Filmmakers that descend upon Austin each March. By sponsoring the Filmmakers Lounge, you can directly target this influential audience with the exclusive branding opportunity and gifting options.

Posted by Peter on 08/31/2010

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