The show is set to unveil its first two episodes on March 26.
The festival runs from March 7-15 in Austin, TX.
View the full 2025 lineup below.
‘The Studio,’ ‘The Accountant 2,’ ‘Drop,’ ‘Death Of A Unicorn’ and ‘Happy Face’Apple/Amazon MGM Studios/Universal/Andrew Wonder/Victoria Will
Through immersive storytelling and visuals, the film explores how creativity can heal, unite, and spark liberation.
Fascination becomes a drug infused, one sided relationship sending him further into decline.
Its all a joke until Ethan realizes: she really is trans.
Maron struggles with grief, disillusionment, and a shifting comedy landscape.
When the same issues polarizing America ripple through the town, can it maintain its fragile coexistence?
The fulfillment of her dream takes an unexpected turn.
(North American Premiere)
Now!
At age 82 he has come to a revelatory conclusion.
She speaks out against a faulty system.
The community unites to challenge the powers that neglected its most vulnerableits children.
(World Premiere)
MIDNIGHTER
Exciting after-dark features for genre lovers and the terminally curious.
Three years later he woke up but was unable to communicate and no-one realized he was fully aware.
This is the true story of his remarkable journey back to life.
(Texas Premiere)
GLOBAL
Artful international films, featuring premieres, festival favorites, and more.
But consumed by rage, he follows an increasingly dark path.
Three women remain in a carefree state of limbo, tended to by an unseen, all-providing system.
Struggling to build a new life, she masks her insecurities behind a facade of success.
Premiere)
FESTIVAL FAVORITE
Acclaimed standouts from festivals around the world.
This fed a wild scandal with revelations that echo in the war over digital privacy in schools today.
The relationship they forge that night will follow them forever, and leave them wondering what could have been.
One day this kid will reach a point where he senses a division that isnt mathematical.
One day this kid will talk.
(World Premiere)
DOCUMENTARY SHORT COMPETITION
Authentic storytelling that captivates, surprises, and excites.
Brent captured many wars from the front lines but cared most about the people caught in the middle.
He used his camera to fight for peace.
The film bears witness to their impassioned attempts to rebuild their lives and ultimately restore their humanity.
After almost six years, little is known about the donkeys whereabouts.
She discovers the generational cycle of abuse and realizes that only she can break it.
Why should he have a problem?
Hes obviously doing great.
She gets admitted into the hospital, where she finds newfound freedom as a patient.
When confronted, deceit turns their romantic evening into a darkly comedic nightmare.
Caroline, on the other hand, is struggling to mourn her motherhood as she accompanies Youri on tour.
These projects emphasize ingenuity and storytelling across diverse industries.
XR Experience Competition
World premieres of mind bending immersive art.
In a world where choice is often denied, step into a transformative journey of autonomy and resilience.
The 2022 SXSW Audience Award winner returns with new episodes, delving into the complexities of abortion decisions.
We hear personal stories amidst rapid development and erasure of historical sites.
AI projections link past and future.
Your mission: gather data on its inhabitants and uncover secrets that could reshape our understanding of reality itself.
In a dreamlike forest, engage with symbolic elements of nature to transform your actions into profound emotional expressions.
This is their story.
(World Premiere)
XR Experience Spotlight
Masterful immersive art from around the world.
Wander through hallucinatory landscapes in a genre-defying melding of video games, short film, and generative art.
Through family stories and a vibrant neighborhood, she gains confidence and belonging, leading to a transformative quest.
The project interweaves personal experiences and universal archetypes across virtual environments.
What exactly are we trying to replicate?
What do we fake?
And what are we leaving behind?
Echolocate like a bat by screaming and seeing the world bounce back.
to her cousin, she didnt know it would be their last moment.
It is an invitation to see and be seen, to embrace the unknown.
From the wreckage, cosmonaut Exo emerges, and cohabitation between them turns out to be a challenging endeavor.
(Austin Premiere)
Sweet!
Choose your favorite flavor and discover the impact of color on your experience.
Uncover the hidden history of sugar and its connections to the illusion of happiness.
