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3 Austin-focused Female Filmmakers Illuminate SXSW Film 2019

March 25, 2019 by Joleen Jernigan Leave a Comment

As SXSW Film Festival roared through Austin, I was pleased to see the wide range of talent walking among us. SXSW Film encompassed movies, television, VR, AR, and motion capture film, full length features, and excellent shorts.

The programming for SXSW in general is mind-boggling, most especially because it’s run so efficiently. Kudos to the SXSW team! Another thing I loved was seeing so many badass women at the helm of Austin-based films, and speaking on panels.

Here is a sampling of the Austin-focused female filmmakers who really caught my attention this year. I want to add that I also loved another female-focused hilarious film, Olivia Wilde’s “Booksmart,” though there’s no Austin connection.

1/ Amy Bench, “A Line Birds Cannot See”

Amy Bench SXSW Film 2019
Amy Bench’s short film about E.L.’s journey to the U.S. is beautiful, inspiring, and devastating (Credit: A Line Birds Cannot See)
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Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Film Tagged With: sxsw

Who Wins the SXSW Music 2019 Superlative Awards?

March 21, 2019 by Bill Tucker Leave a Comment

SXSW Music 2019 Superlative Awards

And just like that, it’s over. By the time you read this, the stages will be gone; streets once bulging with scooter-riding tourists will relax; and the city will deflate to normal. All we’ll have is our Instagram stories, swag bags filled with koozies, and the memory of 10 wild days of art, tech, film, and music.

For me, it’s all about SXSW Music. Over the course of six days, I saw over 20 bands, most of which were locals. Some well-known; some just discovered; all of them awesome in their own special way. As I do every year, I invent a random slate of awards you’d normally find in a high school yearbook to celebrate our hometown heroes. And the winners of this year’s Superlative Awards are… [Read more…]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Music Tagged With: sxsw

Best SXSW Panels of 2019 That Featured Awesome Austinites

March 20, 2019 by Samantha Saenz Leave a Comment

Brooklyn Decker Best SXSW Panels with Austinites

SXSW was alive with local talent like model and app developer Brooklyn Decker, who won the Rising Star Award at 2019 Texas Film Awards

Austin is a wonderful boiling pot of techies, film directors, musicians, fashionistas, and foodies and Austinites represented that mix well at SXSW 2019. Here are the best SXSW panels of 2019 featuring locals who touched on all things business, food, fashion, and tech in our capital city.

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Entertainment, Events, Local Business Tagged With: sxsw

5 Austin Film Directors You’ve Seen at SXSW Over the Years

March 13, 2019 by Samantha Saenz Leave a Comment

Richard Linklater Boyhood Panel

Austin film director Richard Linklater discusses his film “Boyhood” (Credit: LBJ Library via Flickr CC)

For 10 days, SXSW is the epicenter of entertainment, making it the perfect place for filmmakers to unveil their cinematic masterpieces. While many come from all over the world to do so, homegrown Austin film directors don’t have to go far to take advantage of the festival’s opportunities each year.

Here are five local directors who have premiered films during SXSW over the years. You’ll recognize some of the names, but hopefully you’ll also uncover a new favorite to follow.

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SXSW Film Fest Brings Four Austin Documentaries to Life

March 8, 2019 by Joleen Jernigan Leave a Comment

If you’re planning to attend SXSW Film Festival 2019, you probably have a long list of screenings you want to attend. As you’re firming up your schedule, consider these four locally-oriented documentaries. From unforgettable personalities to irreplaceable communities, these films highlight bright lights across Austin’s past and present.

1/ Becoming Leslie

Becoming Leslie Documentary SXSW Film 2019

Leslie Cochran was one of Austin’s most beloved weirdos (Credit: Tim Pipe/courtesy of “Becoming Leslie”)

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14 Free SXSW Events That Don’t Require a Badge

March 7, 2019 by Samantha Saenz Leave a Comment

Free SXSW Events

Credit: Ryan Loughlin

Now, I know what you’re thinking. “I didn’t shell out money for a badge, so why should I care about SXSW?” Well, because there are tons of free things to do! Things like panels, film screenings, and parties–all of which are accessible to those with no badge. So, read on to join in on all the free SXSW festival fun! [Read more…]

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Here’s Where to Eat Every Meal During SXSW 2019

March 6, 2019 by Bill Tucker Leave a Comment

Breakfast During SXSW 2019

SX breakfast is the most important meal of your life (Credit: Stella San Jac)

You bought the wristband, took time off work, and scoured Twitter for free drinks and swag. But guess what, stalwart SX’er? By Thursday afternoon, you’re asleep under the convention center awning covered with showcase posters and HBO totes. Do you know why? You forgot to eat.

But never fear, fan of the festival! Here at The Austinot, we’re providing an easy-to-follow meal plan to keep you nourished, noshing, and knocking out meals like a culinary ninja.

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15 Must-see Austin Artists at SXSW Music 2019

March 4, 2019 by Bill Tucker Leave a Comment

Austin Artists SXSW Music 2019

A tidal wave of music is approaching. On March 11, SXSW Music 2019 launches 2,000 bands and musicians into Austin’s cultural stratosphere. Of these, over 200 hail from our beloved city. After listening to every local artist on the schedule, I’ve picked 15 must-sees for this year’s festival. It’s my favorite and most exhausting list of the year. But if you find a new favorite, it’ll all have been worth it! [Read more…]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Music Tagged With: sxsw

6 Local SXSW Twitter Accounts to Follow for Instant Updates

February 4, 2019 by Samantha Saenz Leave a Comment

SXSW Twitter Accounts to Follow

Credit: Rock Studios

Soon, 100,000 extra people will descend on downtown Austin for 10 days of music, tech, and film. Whether you’re a badge-slinging festival goer looking to stay informed on conference happenings, or a local looking to attend unofficial parties and find free food, Twitter can help! Here’s a roundup of the best Austin-based Twitter accounts to follow during South by Southwest Conference & Festivals.

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Who Wins the SXSW Music 2018 Superlative Awards?

March 22, 2018 by Bill Tucker Leave a Comment

SXSW Music 2018 Superlative Awards

The stages are gone. The out-of-towners have all flown out. All that’s left of SXSW Music 2018 are discarded badges, swag bags filled with branded koozies, and a brain full of ear-ringing memories. It was draining yet fun, numbing yet inspiring.

Over six days during SXSW Conference and Festivals 2018, I walked 125,000 steps, traveled 61 miles, and saw 33 bands and artists. If I was walking southward on I-35, I would have ended up in New Braunfels. From my wanderings, I’ve selected the following acts for my annual Superlative Awards. And the winners are… [Read more…]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Music Tagged With: sxsw

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