For the second year in row, we’ll be experiencing SXSW from the remote isolation of our living rooms, covering as many films as we can for the next few weeks. Before the festival kicks off on March 16th, we want to highlight a smattering of films that are on our radar and that we think should be on yours too. Whether they feature familiar faces, one-of-a-kind premises, or word-of-mouth buzz, these are the films you should check out for SXSW Online 2021.
Read MoreAs we close out our SXSW 2020 coverage, the time has come to take stock on what we saw and highlight the best films from this year’s festival. Though the festival was unfortunately canceled and we couldn’t see some of the most anticipated films of the Spring, there were still plenty of great films from talented filmmakers, artists, and visionaries that deserve recognition.
Read MoreIn the days following SXSW’s cancellation, we sat down with two time Cannes attendee, Annie Silverstein, to talk about her latest film, Bull. In our conversation, we discussed the five year creative process going from short to feature, the influences that inspired her characters, and how the film recontextualizes the Western genre with new faces.
Read MoreSouth by South West was unfortunately canceled this year. It was bummer not only for us, but more so for the filmmakers who were ready to show their work to audiences, launch their careers, and be discovered. Over the next ten days, we too will be proceeding with coverage and writing about as many films as we can. It’s a small gesture, but the least we can do in light of this situation.
Read MoreThere are hundreds of feature films and shorts out there waiting to be seen at this year's SXSW festival. We passed through the schedule, narrowed down a handful that peaked our interest, and wrote about them for you to keep on your radar. Whether it’s a film from talent we know, or maybe it just has a good premise, these are the prospects that we find most promising.
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