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Every March, creatives of all stripes gather in Austin to witness, share and inspire the visions that will galvanize the filmmakers and ideas of tomorrow. SXSW Film Conference & Festival champions the vitality, innovation and opportunity that drives the entertainment and media landscape, and boldly tackles the evolution of all aspects of “film” today, down to its very definition.

A nexus of discovery and collaborative energy, SXSW Film celebrates the art and business of the possible.

Recent News

Connect to Other Registrants Using SXsocial

Created by sam on January 25, 2013

SXsocial is the way to meet and network with registrants before, during and after the event. This year we have made it even easier to find your colleagues, clients, partners, or new connections among SXSW registrants. You can search by name, position, company, country, industry and more. Find someone you are interested in meeting? Send them a message or "star" them to mark them as a favorite for later.

Get Your Ticket to the BBQ Crash Course Today!

Created by kristen on January 25, 2013

Photo courtesy of Alberto Jimenez

Looking for an opportunity to network with fellow SXSW attendees and enjoy some good food? Join us at 11am on Friday, March 8th in Brush Square Park for the popular BBQ Crash Course which is open to Platinum, Gold, Film, and Interactive registrants.

Tickets are only $60 for savory brisket, ribs, and other tasty treats! Tickets can be added when registering for SXSW or if you are already registered, give us a call us at 512.467.7979 to add a ticket to your registration today!

Wind Down at the SXSW Film Late Night Saloon

Created by Cori on January 25, 2013

Photo courtesy of JW Walthall Want to relax after a long day of screenings, panels and parties during SXSW Film? Swing by Stephen F’s Bar at the InterContinental Hotel to wind down and network with other SXSW attendees. The bar will be serving until 2am, and is open to the general public.

Don’t forget to check out the other great SXSW Film hot spots at the InterContinental Hotel this year, including the Come & Capture Film Factory and the Fandango Lounge.

Shaquille O'Neal Speaks at SXSW on Monday, March 11

Created by tammy on January 25, 2013

Shaquille O'Neal courtesy the speakerShaquille O'Neal
courtesy the speaker
SXSW Interactive has become a very big gathering with lots of big ideas and big concepts and big-picture thinking. Given this theme of big, we are very excited that one of the biggest personalities from the world of professional sports will speak at the 2013 event. Join us on Monday, March 11 at 12:30pm when we present Shaq Goes Social: The Big Interview.

On the basketball court, Shaq was a four-time NBA champion, a three-time NBA Finals MVP, a two-time NBA scoring champion and a 15-time NBA All-Star. He was also voted Rookie of the Year (1992-93) and Most Valuable Player (1999-2000).

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