South By Southwest Film Conference and Festival

Originally renowned for its pivotal music festival, SXSW has earned industry and audience plaudits in the last several years with its film festival and interactive conference. Many factors have come into play that have allowed the film festival to thrive. It has positioned itself as a logical destination for the post-Sundance crowd of films, including worthy titles that did not secure a place in the January event or were not ready, or certain Sundance titles that SXSW has decided are deserving of additional exposure. SXSW has also been at the epicenter of the mumblecore movement, with vet filmmakers like Joe Swanberg, the Duplass brothers, and others who’ve carved a niche remaining loyal to the festival and their spiritual home, Austin, TX.