Austin Film Festival 2010

What perfect weather for another festival right? Austin couldn’t be more desirable right now as the venue for the 17th Annual Film Festival and Conference which opens today. 

The Film Festival runs Oct. 21st – 28th, while the Conference runs Oct. 21st – 24th.

The first festival of its kind, the Austin Film Festival gathers industry professionals, aspiring filmmakers, screenwriters and film lovers for a week of interactive conference panels, film screenings, parties and networking creating an intimate and casual setting for attendees and panelists to discuss their craft.
An outstanding program of narrative, animation and documentary features and shorts, including premieres, advanced screenings, and independent films awaits the more than 25,000 movie-goers that will attend the screenings at this event. Film screenings are complemented by lively and informative Q&A sessions with cast members and filmmakers.

Click here to see the full film schedule.

Ron Howard

“I haven’t been to that many festivals. I go to a couple of big ones that serve as film markets around the world. This one is really about creativity, about trying to help people find their voice. You sense it. There’s a spirit of camaraderie that’s palpable. And it’s fun,” says Director Ron Howard about the Austin Film Festival.

Aronofsky's "Black Swan" screens Oct. 27th at the Paramount

The Conference boats an eclectic blend of speakers, events and panels,  presenting a career-altering experience for aspiring filmmakers and screenwriters. It provides unparalleled access to A-list producers, studio executives, agents and managers, as well as professional screenwriters and filmmakers. More than 80 panels, roundtables and meet and greets will address current trends, new developments in media, inspiring film events,  film production on a budget, business development and core elements of screenwriting and filmmaking.

Kevin Spacey and Barry Pepper star in "Casino Jack", screening Oct. 28th at the Paramount

"The Austin Film Festival actually manages to perfectly embody the spirit of the city which hosts it. Edgy yet mellow. Intelligent yet accessible. Cool yet completely geeky. In short, one of the best professional experiences of my career." - Damon Lindelof, co-creator “LOST,” producer STAR TREK.

Michelle Williams stars in "Blue Valentine" screening Oct. 22nd at the Paramount.

Join the festival October 21-28, 2010 and be the first to see all of the great movies everyone will be talking about next year!