I cannot stress to you how amazing it feels to be able to announce that The Smiling Man is an Official Selection of the 2016 SXSW Film Festival. This is, without a doubt, our biggest festival acceptance so far. With 3 screenings over 10 days and attended by 85,000 people, we are humbled at the opportunity to share our little film with the people of Austin.
We know the odds: with over 5,000 short films submitted for 110 coveted slots, we understand how incredibly fortunate we are and we look forward to making the most of this opportunity to spread the word about our little film. Huge thanks to our cast and crew, and to every film festival, big and small, that screened and believed in our film.
We will let you know as soon as screening dates and times are finalized, and we look forward to meeting some of you in Austin!
About the SXSW Film Festival
For nine days in March, creatives of all stripes gather at the SXSW Film Conference and Festival to celebrate raw innovation and emerging talent both behind and in front of the camera.
Featuring a high caliber and diverse film lineup, conversations with today’s most talented creators, one-on-one mentor sessions and more, SXSW Film brings together visionaries from all corners of the entertainment and media industry to share the stories and ideas that will shape the future of filmmaking.
The 2016 SXSW Film Conference and Festival will take place March 11-19, 2016.
Find out more on their website at www.sxsw.com