Austin Film Commission

Looking for some film-friendly fun this weekend?

Join Women in Film & Television Austin (WIFT Austin) tomorrow, Saturday, June 13, for their Golden Hour celebration at HICAM—an inspiring event that brings the community together while giving back. Doors open at 6:00 PM 🌇

📸 Enjoy complimentary professional headshots, industry networking, a silent auction, live performances, and local food and drinks—all inside one of Austin’s most unique creative spaces, HICAM ✨

🎤 Plus, don’t miss an in-depth discussion on the Future of Film in Texas, featuring industry leaders:

Elizabeth Avellán (Spy Kids, Sin City, Troublemaker Studios)
Bethiael Alemayoh (Austin PBS)
Cerise Fukuji (Unsolved Mysteries, Netflix)

Golden Hour is both a celebration and a fundraiser—every ticket supports impactful WIFT Austin programs like mentorship programs, Third Thursday networking events, and member showcases.

Since 2019 WIFT Austin has grown into a thriving network of 500+ members, championing Austin's robust community of female identifying creatives through mentorship, education, and career opportunities across Central Texas.

🎟️ Tickets are still available—join the community and support the mission:
https://www.wiftaustin.org/

Austin, Texas is serving up a show-stopping summer of cinema as film festival season heats up ✨ From indie gems to cult classics, the city’s screen scene is calling—grab your popcorn, festival hopping starts now:

🎬 Through August 30: Summer Classic Film Series at the State & Paramount Theatre

🎬 June 19-20: Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour at Austin Film Society (AFS) Cinema

🎬 June 20: Black Auteur Film Festival ()

🎬 June 21: Q***r Cinema: Lost & Found Series at Austin Film Society (AFS) Cinema

🎬 June 24-28: Austin Asian American Film Festival

🎬 July 14: ATX Short Film Showcase ()

🎬 July 30-August 2: Pan African Film & Arts Festival

🎬 August 6–9: Sound Unseen Film + Music Festival

🎬 August 14-16: Austin Action Fest & Market

🎬 August 25: ATX Short Film Showcase () Best of the Year Fest

🎬 August 29: The Front Festival Film Showcase curated by Future Front Texas

No skips, just hits 🍿 Which events are you pulling up to this summer of cinema? Let us know 👇

This , we're throwing it back with FULL HEARTS ❤️ 🏈 ✨

Last week, the Austin Film Commission was proud to sponsor the Friday Night Lights 20th reunion panel at the Paramount Theatre during the ATX Television Festival alongside Media for Texas — and what a spectacular night it was!

From behind-the-scenes stories to the moments that made Dillon feel like home, the panel was a powerful reminder of the lasting impact of this iconic Texas series—and the role Austin played in bringing it all to life.

👏 Huge shoutout to ATX Television Festival on an incredible 15th season celebrating all things TV—and the creative spirit that makes Austin shine 🎉

Ready to relive the magic? Experience the real-life locations that brought Friday Night Lights to life right here in Austin: https://www.austintexas.org/film-commission/film-tourism-guide/friday-night-lights/

📸: Rachel Parker/ Paramount Theatre

ATX Television Festival's exciting Season 15 is off to the races and runs through Sunday, May 31 📺✨

You don’t want to miss this year’s incredible lineup featuring iconic cast reunions, creator‑led panel discussions, exclusive premieres, buzz-worthy special screenings, industry networking opportunities, and more — all deep in the heart of Austin’s vibrant downtown.

It’s not too late to grab your festival badges, passes, and individual tickets. Explore the can’t‑miss highlights, check out the full festival schedule, and get ready to celebrate the shows that shaped us — and the ones we’ll be talking about next: https://atxfestival.com/

This we're taking it back 25 years to one of the most iconic Made‑in‑Austin adventures ever: Spy Kids!

Catch the special anniversary screening tomorrow (Sat. 5/23) at the Paramount Theatre — featuring a live performance by Robert Rodriguez and his Family Spy Band: https://bit.ly/4dpBPXM

And if you want to keep the adventure going, Troublemaker Studios — Robert Rodriguez and Elizabeth Avellán's home base here in Austin — is now open for public tours. It’s the perfect stop for anyone wanting a behind‑the‑scenes look at where the movie magic — and those unforgettable Spy Kids gadgets — first came to life 🎬 ✨

Austin’s film history runs deep, and Spy Kids is a textbook example of how bold, innovative storytelling thrives here. Whether you’re revisiting this classic hit or exploring our Austin Film Tourism Guide to see the filming locations that shaped it, you’re stepping into a city that continues to define what’s possible in filmmaking: https://bit.ly/4v1GTHA

Season 15 of ATX Television Festival kicks off next week, running from May 28–31, 2026, and the excitement is real 📺 ✨

For four days, downtown Austin amplifies its vibrant creative spirit with iconic cast reunions, creator‑led panel discussions, exclusive premieres, special screenings, industry networking opportunities, and more. ATX TV Festival is a one‑of‑a‑kind experience, bringing TV fans and industry together to celebrate their favorite moments in television as one community.

So mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the shows that shaped us — and the ones we’ll be talking about next. Explore can't-miss highlights, see the full festival lineup, and grab your badges and individual tickets: https://atxfestival.com/

Together with Austin's film community, filmmakers, and friends across Texas (and beyond), the Austin Film Commission celebrates the prolific career and singular talent of Bill Wise - and welcomes all to gather tonight in his honor ✨

"Austin’s filmmaking scene suffered a tragic blow earlier this month with the death of beloved actor and musician Bill Wise. Now the community that was so affected by his work and personality will come together for a special celebration of his life and legacy at Austin Film Society (AFS) Cinema on Monday, May 18 at 5:30 PM.

A constant player in Austin’s screen acting scene, Wise appeared in dozens of locally created movies – so many that it would be nearly impossible to pick one role over another for such a tribute. However, the organizers have selected his unforgettable performance as the perfect 1970s crew-cutted Houston father in Richard Linklater’s 'Apollo 10½: A Space Age Childhood.'

Mike Blizzard, who was a producer on Apollo 10½, recalled that Wise “was the perfect Dad for the wonderful ensemble family cast. He played Dad when the camera was off too! Helping corral and be a father figure on set for the young actors – most of whom had never been in a film before.”

Seats for this rare theatrical screening are first-come, first-served, and will be followed by remarks, a reception in the lobby, and then a trip back into the screen for a supercut of Wise’s work intercut with remembrances and anecdotes from those that knew and loved him."

See the full Austin Chronicle article for more: https://www.austinchronicle.com/screens/afs-to-host-tribute-to-late-actor-bill-wise/

AFS to Host Tribute to Late Actor Bill Wise • The Austin Chronicle Austin’s filmmaking scene suffered a tragic blow earlier this month with the death of beloved actor and musician Bill Wise. Now the community that was so affected by his work and personality will come together for a special celebration of his life and legacy at AFS Cinema on Monday, May 18 at 5:30...

The 28th annual Cine Las Americas International Film Festival kicks off TONIGHT (5/13) at the Austin Film Society (AFS) Cinema 🎉

Celebrate the best in Latine, Latin American, and Indigenous cinema through Sunday, May 17 with world‑class programming, in‑person filmmaker Q&As, exciting community events, industry networking opportunities, and dynamic conference panels right here in Austin ✨

Opening Night launches with a special screening of 'American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez' at 7:00 PM TONIGHT with filmmakers in attendance — plus red carpet arrivals, a post‑screening reception, and surprises throughout the night 🎬

See the full festival lineup, get your badges and tickets, and join the cinematic celebration that runs through Sunday, May 17:
https://cinelasamericas.org/

Scouting out sound stages? Austin’s built for production 🎬

From commercial shoots to large-scale series, Austin offers a proven landscape of established studio facilities ready to support productions of every size. Whether you're looking for turn-key production offices, one-of-a-kind backlots, or cutting-edge virtual production technology, you’ll find all the infrastructure needed to make it happen right here.

See the link in our bio or below to explore Austin area studio facilities, and find the right fit for your next project: https://lnkd.in/gB_7uPEd



📸: ATX Film Studios, Troublemaker Studios, Austin Studios (operated by Austin Film Society), Spiderwood Studios 969, Stray Vista Studios, ATX Event Systems, LLC, Virtigo Pictures Goldilocks Virtual Production Studio, Austin PBS Pfluger Keller Community Soundstage