Every year, the Austin School of Film, in conjunction with SXSW Film, has a 24-hour film competition on the first weekend of SXSW. Filmmakers, ages 14-19, get into groups of four and have only 24 hours to script shoot, and edit a five-minute short according to guidelines. Austin School of Film teachers and mentors, editing equipment, meals, and drinks will be provided. Each team must bring their own DV camera; however, some cameras will be available to participants on a case by case basis.

SXSW YOUTH MAFIA FILM FESTIVAL 2009

 

Start signing up for Youth M.A.F.I.A. Film Festival 2009! It's never too early to sign up. Only 48 students will be allowed, and it's on a first come first serve basis. All you have to do is send in your contact information (every student must send in their own information) to Monica at monica@austinfilmschool.org. Make sure you let her know your name, e-mail, cell/home phone number(s). As the film festival approaches, you will receive further information about rules and recommended pre-registration dates.