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The Criterion Closet President Peter Becker (far left) talks with film fans waiting to enter the Criterion Mobile Closet parked across from The Paramount Theatre. (Photo by Amelia Engstrom)

The Criterion Mobile Closet Closes Line Four Hours Ahead of Closing Due to Austin’s Crowds

Film lovers line up nearly seven hours in advance for The Criterion Mobile Closet at SXSW, a limited-time pop-up selling 1,000 curated titles
Texas Film Awards 2025

Austin Film Society Celebrates 25 Years of Texas Film Excellence

Michelle Rodriguez, Tim & Karrie League and Noah Hawley honored at the Texas Film Awards at Distribution Hall
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SXSW Film & TV Festival Announces Opening and Closing Night Films, Final 2025 Lineup

Catch this year’s SXSW film premieres in Austin, featuring Matthew McConaughey, Blake Lively, Jacob Elordi and more
"Fast & Furious" star Michelle Rodriguez, "Fargo" creator Noah Hawley, and Alamo Drafthouse founders Tim and Karrie League will be inducted this year into the Texas Film Hall of Fame. (Photo courtesy of AFS)

Austin Film Society to Honor Michelle Rodriguez, Noah Hawley, and Tim & Karrie League at 25th Texas Film Awards

AFS will award industry leaders for their contributions to cinema and storytelling at Distribution Hall in Austin
The Company of the North American tour of CLUE

January Curated: Austin’s Top 12 Events This Month

Make plans to enjoy these top cultural events -- from live music to theatre, film, art and more!

December Curated: Austin’s Top 10 Events This Month

Don't miss the dazzling light shows, seasonal sing-alongs, cherished traditions, live music & more merriment this December
Round Top Film Festival co-founders Shanna and Skylar Schanen. (Photo by Alice Loayza)

Unveiling the Premiere Round Top Film Festival: A Cinematic Celebration in the Charming Texas Town

Discover Round Top's new film festival, crafted by Texas natives, Shanna and Skylar Schanen
Richard Linklater and the cast of “Dazed and Confused” at the 30th anniversary reunion at The Paramount Theatre. (Photo by Arnold Wells)

Richard Linklater and “Dazed and Confused” Cast Reunite for 30th Anniversary Celebration at Austin’s Paramount Theatre

The cult classic film reunited fans and cast in Austin for a milestone celebration, featuring a red carpet, screening, and Q&A at the iconic Paramount Theatre
2023 Viva la Vida parade in Downtown Austin

October Curated: Top Austin Events This Month

With so many fall festivals, concerts, race track action, and a parade, too, we're here to help you plan a fabulous October in Austin
The cast of the Broadway musical SHUCKED: Alex Newell, Caroline Innerbichler, Kevin Cahoon, and Andrew Durand by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman

The Best Theatre, Dance, Films and More to See in Austin This Fall

All the touching films, emotive dance, and spooky shows you should see this season