As the 2025 SXSW Film & TV Festival wraps up in Austin, Texas, it’s nice to see that the independent filmmaking community is as alive and rambunctious as ever. This year’s SXSW fest saw a wide range of films, television pilots, music videos, and XR projects showcase diverse talent and creative ambition. From our very own GG Hawkins having the world premiere of her I Really Love My Husband opening night to some big-name stars betting on up-and-coming indie filmmakers, it’s very clear that festivals like SXSW are still very much an integral part of the greater independent filmmaking community.To celebrate the best and most inspiring from this year’s SXSW Film & TV Festival, let’s look at the 2025 Jury and Special Award winners from across a wide range of categories and competitions.NARRATIVE FEATURE COMPETITIONThank you to our sponsor Kickstarter, the funding and launch platform for independent creators and innovators, for supporting the Narrative Feature Competition Film Screening section.Winner: Slanted directed by Amy Wang “This unflinching satirical thriller examines racial identity in a bold and skin-tingling new way. Featuring simmering performances by the cast, this film is both specific to the fractured identity of Asian Americans and universally relatable in its theme of desperately needing to belong. The director’s vulnerability in mining her personal experience combined with her delicate and daring filmmaking creates a haunting piece that lingers long after the credits roll.” Special Jury Award for a Multi-Hyphenate: Annapurna Sriram, Fucktoys “Annapurna Sriram is a visionary force, a rare...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Yesterday