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Keke Palmer headlines Boots Riley’s SXSW premiere I Love Boosters, a Oakland-set, left-wing sci-fi about a group of women boosting to survive, blending sharp political bite with humor while Palmer reflects on growing up in the industry and using her platform for progress.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, elite attendees grew unimpressed by what they described as Mar-a-Lago–style pomp and SXSW-like corporate posturing, signaling a shift away from genuine global cooperation toward performative branding.
SXSW 2026 in Austin unveils over 300 Showcasing Artists for the festival’s 40th edition (March 12–18), with seven nights of performances across downtown venues, plus new Music Conference sessions and artist workshops. The lineup spans diverse acts from Deloyd Elze and DJ AG to Gogol Bordello and TTSSFU, along with Rolling Stone’s Future of Music showcase participants, and conference topics on equitable brand campaigns, personalized marketing rollout, and Africa-market partnerships.
"The Long Game" is a period drama set in 1950s Texas, following the true-life story of five Mexican-American youths who overcome adversity and prejudice to pursue a Texas State High School Golf Championship trophy. The film, winner of an audience award at the 2023 SXSW film fest, features engaging performances and infuses sincerity into its predictable storyline, depicting the racism faced by the young protagonists and their mentor. The movie highlights the struggle for acceptance and respect in a segregated postwar society, while also showcasing the talent and determination of young Latinos on the golf course.
Anne Hathaway revealed a personal reason for taking on her latest movie role in "The Idea of You," expressing gratitude for the audience's response at the film's SXSW premiere. The romantic comedy, based on a 2017 novel, has drawn attention for its connection to Harry Styles, leading to some skepticism about Hathaway's involvement. Early reviews, however, have been mostly positive, praising the performances and the film's fresh take on the rom-com genre.
Anne Hathaway shines in the movie adaptation of "The Idea of You," a romance about a 40-year-old woman who falls for a boyband star. The film explores age gap relationships, societal expectations, and the complexities of dating a celebrity. While the boyband portrayal falls short, the movie delivers a fresh take on rom-coms, with Hathaway's performance capturing the character's vulnerability and self-discovery. "The Idea of You" premiered at SXSW 2024 and will be available for streaming on Prime Video from May 2.
Anne Hathaway rocked a rhinestone-encrusted minidress from Patou's spring-summer 2024 collection at SXSW to promote her upcoming movie, The Idea of You. The dress, originally featuring a ribbon across the chest on the runway, was styled by Hathaway and her stylist for a more standard baby doll silhouette, reflecting the concept of dopamine dressing to bring a smile to people's faces.
Director Alex Garland explains the unlikely team-up of Texas and California in his upcoming thriller "Civil War," attributing it to a fascist president's attack on American citizens. The film, which stars Kirsten Dunst and Nick Offerman, centers on a group of journalists navigating the escalating conflict and is set to release on April 12th.
Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine dazzled at the red carpet premiere of "The Idea of You" at SXSW, where they closed the festival with the film, set to be available on Prime Video on May 2. The movie, based on a novel by Robinne Lee, follows the unexpected romance between a 40-year-old single mother and the 24-year-old lead singer of a boy band, posing challenges as his superstar status comes into play. The star-studded event also featured other cast members and producers, including Gabrielle Union, Reid Scott, and Ella Rubin.
Alex Garland's new movie "Civil War" is being analyzed as an "election year provocation" with ties to the anxieties of the 2024 election, following its premiere at SXSW. The film depicts a near-future America on the brink of civil war, with a narrative that resonates with the politically polarized times. Set to debut in U.S. theaters on April 12, the movie has sparked discussions about its relevance to the current political climate and the potential impact on audiences.
The trailer for Amazon MGM's romance movie "The Idea of You" starring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine has become the most watched trailer for any original streaming movie, with 125M global views across social media platforms. The film, set to hit Prime Video on May 2, follows the unexpected romance between a 40-year-old single mom and a 24-year-old boy band lead singer. Directed by Michael Showalter, the movie premieres tonight at SXSW, where Showalter has a strong track record with previous films.
Director Alex Garland premieres his film "Civil War" at SXSW, depicting a near-future U.S. in the midst of a civil war between Texas and California without explicitly explaining the political context. The film focuses on war journalists and aims to spark conversation rather than assert a specific viewpoint. Garland emphasizes the importance of journalists and takes an anti-war stance, using upbeat music in a jarring way to convey the unsettling nature of the conflict.
The world premiere of A24's "Civil War" at SXSW left audiences buzzing with excitement, as the dystopian future film, set in a hostile America ruled by a three-term demagogue president, received high praise for its intense and gripping storytelling. Director Alex Garland and actress Kirsten Dunst discussed the film's intention to spark conversation and the importance of journalists as heroes in the story. With stunning performances and a unique approach to war storytelling, "Civil War" is being hailed as a must-see cinematic experience.
A24 premiered Alex Garland's dystopian drama "Civil War" at the South by Southwest Film & TV Festival, receiving rave first-blush reactions as a "scary as hell cautionary tale" that is a "masterpiece" and "the most important movie of the year." The film imagines a near-future America torn apart under the rule of a three-term president and follows a journalist navigating a hostile and divided landscape. With its release scheduled for April 12, "Civil War" has sparked discussions about its timely themes amid a contentious election year and a poll showing concerns about the possibility of a new civil war in the next decade.
Chef Cody Jordon Shelton, 26, was killed in a hit-and-run incident during SXSW in downtown Austin. The incident occurred on East Seventh and Red River streets, resulting in Shelton's death and severe injury to another person. The festival and Arlo Grey restaurant, where Shelton worked, expressed condolences, and the Austin Police Department arrested a suspect, Tyrone Thompson, who has been charged with a second-degree felony. Shelton's family launched a GoFundMe campaign for funeral expenses, and the community mourns the loss of the talented chef.