Tomorrow Happens Here.

The Latest News from SXSW Film

"The Hurt Locker" and "Burma VJ" up for Oscars

KathrynBigelow-MarcBoal-BrianGeraghty_byCourtneyDudley.jpgIt's been nearly a year since SXSW hosted the U.S.

Posted by jim on 02/02/2010 in Film News, Featured News

Panasonic Provides Innovative Presence at the Film + Interactive Trade Show

box-photo-255px.jpgThe SXSW Film + Interactive Trade show will feature Panasonic's Full HD 3D Mobile Studio. This traveling road show houses the latest in Panasonic's plasma display technology, complete with a 103-inch 4,000 x 2,000 definition display.

Posted by Peter on 02/02/2010 in Film Marketing News, Business at SXSW, Event Updates

RIP Karen Schmeer

Karen Schmeer.jpegSad news this weekend as it emerged that acclaimed and much loved documentary editor Karen Schmeer was killed in a New York car accident.

Posted by jim on 02/01/2010 in Film News

Eugene Mirman to Host SXSW Film Awards

Eugene_Mirman_Seth_Olenick_1.jpgWe're pleased to announce that the 2010 SXSW Film Awards will be hosted by Eugene Mirman, the "world's foremost Eugene-named entertainer".

Named Best New York Comedian by The Village Voice in 2009, and one of the 10 best comedians of the decade by Paste Magazine, Eugene is sure to bring some serious comedy chops to the party this March.

Posted by jim on 01/29/2010 in Film News, Featured News

SXSW Films on Release - Thursday, January 28

OngBak2.jpeg

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 01/28/2010 in Film News

Still Bill in NYC From Tonight- Bill Withers in Attendance!

Still Bill (Bill Withers).jpg

New Yorkers, be sure to check out Alex Vlack & Damani Baker's Still Bill at IFC Center tonight.

A Special Screening at SXSW 2009, the film is an intimate look at the life of soul icon Bill Withers, and features Cornell West, Sting and Tavis Smiley.

Posted by jim on 01/27/2010 in Film News

Jeffrey Tambor's Acting Workshop Returns to SXSW

tambor_sarah_lim.jpgSXSW is delighted to welcome back legendary actor and festival regular Jeffrey Tambor.

Star of Arrested Development, The Hangover and countless other films and shows, Jeffrey will present his much loved acting workshop for the third consecutive year.

Posted by jim on 01/27/2010 in Film News, Event Updates

New Hubble 3D Website Blasts Off!

hubble3Dshuttle.jpgAs we announced recently, SXSW 2010 will present the first public screening of the epic space documentary Hubble 3D, presented in eye-popping IMAX® 3D, and narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio.

Posted by jim on 01/26/2010 in Film News, Event Updates

A Standing Ovation

OVT-TimeWarner175(CS)#4.jpgThe SXSW Film Awards seek to honor and reward those talented and innovative souls crafting the finest quality work in film. This year, the SXSW 2010 Film Awards will be brought to you by Ovation TV. This multi-platform programming provider is a leader in quality entertainment.

Posted by Peter on 01/26/2010 in Film Marketing News, Business at SXSW

Get Ready to Rawk Again as Anvil return to Austin!

anvil!.jpgSince descending on SXSW 2009 with an iconic doc, Anvil! The Story of Anvil, the eponymous rockers have moved ever closer to world domination. The latest stage in their quest arrives tonight at Emo's, as Anvil make their triumphant return to Austin.

Posted by jim on 01/25/2010 in Film News

"For The Love of Movies" now on DVD

critics-typing_thumbnail.jpegGerald Peary's "For the Love of Movies: The Story of American Film Criticism" was a world premiere at SXSW 2009.

A reknowned film critic himself, Peary takes us through a century of cinema journalism, featuring a wealth of local and internation film critics and writers.

Posted by jim on 01/22/2010 in Film News

SXSW Tools Is Here to Help!

2010-SXSWTools_2_1.jpgWith more programming and events than ever this year, figuring out what to do during SXSW 2010 next can be tough. To help you navigate your way through the conference and festival, SXSW Tools will help you plan what you want to do, when you want to do it and with who.

Posted by adrienne on 01/21/2010 in SXSW News

SXSW Films on Release - Thursday, January 21

a-film-with-me-in-it-poster_280x415.jpegWelcome 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 01/21/2010 in Film Updates

Get Behind "The White Stripes" Doc at SXSW Film

White-Stripes-250px.jpgSXSW 2010 is proud to announce the US Premiere of The White Stripes - Under Great White Northern Lights. A cinematic audio whirlwind, Emmett Malloy's documentary follows the band as they traverse Canada, before reaching their 10th anniversary gig in Nova Scotia.

Posted by jim on 01/20/2010 in Film News, Featured News