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“El Carrito” Director Zahida Pirani shares themes of support in immigrant communities, draws inspiration from her upbringing

“El Carrito” Director Zahida Pirani shares themes of support in immigrant communities, draws inspiration from her upbringing

Sofia Treviño, Life and Arts Associate Editor March 13, 2022

Premiering on March 12 at SXSW, “El Carrito,” a short film directed by Zahida Pirani, captures Nelly, a street vendor, after she makes a risky decision for her business. Battling with trusting her...

Local sister trio The Tiarras talk newest single, SXSW jitters

Local sister trio The Tiarras talk newest single, SXSW jitters

Sofia Treviño, Life and Arts Associate Editor March 12, 2022

Mexican American sister trio, The Tiarras, released their new single, “They Don’t See Us,” a lyrical ode to invisibility and unrealistic beauty standards, on March 11. Composed of singer and guitarist...

Tony Hawk, Mark Duplass, others talk new documentary ‘Tony Hawk: Until the Wheels Fall Off’

Tony Hawk, Mark Duplass, others talk new documentary ‘Tony Hawk: Until the Wheels Fall Off’

Noah Levine, Life & Arts Film Columnist March 12, 2022

“Tony Hawk: Until the Wheels Fall Off” premiered in Austin as part of Saturday’s South by Southwest film festival at the Paramount Theatre on Congress Avenue. The HBO documentary, directed and shot...

Directing duo The Daniels and film crew talk crafting sci-fi madness of ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once’

Directing duo The Daniels and film crew talk crafting sci-fi madness of ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once’

Noah Levine, Life & Arts Film Columnist March 12, 2022

SXSW 2022 kicked off in Austin on Friday night with the incredible premiere of A24’s “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” The multiverse-style science fiction comedy comes from directing duo The...

‘Mickey: The Story of a Mouse’ director Jeff Malmberg talks Mickey’s magic, telling story of American icon

‘Mickey: The Story of a Mouse’ director Jeff Malmberg talks Mickey’s magic, telling story of American icon

Zoe Tzanis, Life & Arts Reporter March 12, 2022

After nearly 100 years in the business, Mickey Mouse returns to screens with his age-old charm and an all-new biographical narrative in the Disney+ documentary “Mickey: The Story of a Mouse.” Director...

Looking for a Longhorn to support at SXSW? Here's a list of burnt orange connections

Looking for a Longhorn to support at SXSW? Here’s a list of burnt orange connections

Sofia Treviño, Life & Arts Associate Editor March 11, 2022
The Daily Texan compiled a list of Longhorn SXSW participants to support.
UT radio-television-film students discuss excitement about volunteering at SXSW

UT radio-television-film students discuss excitement about volunteering at SXSW

Jessica Garcia, Life & Arts Reporter March 11, 2022
An interactive SXSW student pass costs upward of $600, so many opt for a much more affordable ticket — volunteering.
Texas filmmakers take SXSW’s Film Festival by storm

Texas filmmakers take SXSW’s Film Festival by storm

Noah Levine, Life & Arts Film Columnist March 9, 2022

After a two-year hiatus, SXSW finally returns in-person, in its full glory to Austin, Texas. During the festival, which features an extensive education, comedy, music, experience and film lineup, up-and-coming...

Artist Susannah Joffe talks first EP The Punch ahead of SXSW

Artist Susannah Joffe talks first EP The Punch ahead of SXSW

Angela Lim, Life and Arts senior reporter February 25, 2022

In a fluorescent, rose-colored room, Susannah Joffe’s cold gaze pierces through her heartbreak. The radio-television-film and Plan II senior courageously shares her untethered state of mind through her...

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Multiple UT alumni are keynote, featured speakers at SXSW conference

Fiza Kuzhiyil March 23, 2021

Editor's Note: This story first appeared in The Daily Texan's March 10 print edition. From the Forty Acres to the virtual stage, several UT alumni will be speaking at the 2021 South by Southwest...

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What to check out if you’re going to SXSW

Editor's Note: This story first appeared in The Daily Texan's March 10 print edition.   The Daily Texan’s team of South by Southwest Online reporters have created a list of must-sees for students...

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What to expect from SXSW Online’s seven main conference themes

Jennifer Errico March 23, 2021

Editor's Note: This story first appeared in The Daily Texan's March 10 print edition.   2020 posed a myriad of questions to people around the world, and the experts speaking at South by Southwest...

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