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Shout About Your Presence at SXSW

Created by Cori on February 19, 2013

Thousands of industry media from around the globe will be focused on all the latest innovations coming out of SXSW. Don't be shy, shout about your presence at the show and get your company on journalists' "must see" list!

PR Newswire/Virtual Press Office is once again the official communications partner at the show and can help you with all your communications needs, including wire distribution, multimedia news release distribution, and Online Press Kit services. Visit the official SXSW 2013 Virtual Press Office to learn more about PRN/VPO's suite of services or contact sales@vpoinc.com or call +1 973-783-7787 to create a custom distribution package for your SXSW needs.

We know you're newsworthy, so speak up! Your audience is waiting.

Filmmaker in Focus - 24 Beats Edition

Created by jim on February 19, 2013

The rock don't stop - today's Filmmakers in Focus presents a selection of filmmakers riffing on documentaries screening in the 24 Beats Per Second section, composed of music-related films.

Click on a title below to read the conversation, then start planning your SXSW with our film schedule. Want more info on music at the movies? Head to this page!

  • Lily Keber on Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker
  • Reuben Atlas on Brothers Hypnotic
  • Jeanie Finlay on The Great Hip Hop Hoax
  • Andy Capper on Reincarnated
  • Chris Simon & Maureen Gosling on This Ain't No Mouse Music!
  • The Incredible Burt Wonderstone - SXSW 2013 Accepted Film

    As superstar Vegas magicians and former best friends Burt and Anton grow to secretly loathe each other, their long-time act implodes, allowing an ambitious rival street performer the big break he’s been waiting for.

    Director: Don Scardino, Screenwriters: Story By Chad Kultgen & Tyler Mitchell And Jonathan Goldstein & John Francis Daley, Screenplay By Jonathan Goldstein & John Francis Daley Cast: Steve Carell, Steve Buscemi, Olivia Wilde, with Alan Arkin, James Gandolfini, and Jim Carrey

    Your Chance to Score SXSW Fun Money

    Created by chris on February 18, 2013

    Photo courtesy of Antony Ng

    Need some extra cash for South By? Between February 15 and 22, Esurance, the official insurance sponsor of SXSW, is giving you the chance to win $500. Swing by facebook.com/Esurance to check out The SXSW Dream Gig and vote for your favorite of 3 finalists. Once you've voted, you can then quickly enter the sweeps for a shot at $500.

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