Diversity Programming At The Austin Film Festival
Coverage from the Austin Film Festival, highlighting some panels and films that emphasized the importance of diverse and inclusive storytelling.

Redemption Maddie is a 2007, 25-minute drama short film directed by Aaron Drew King, starring Allison Scagliotti as 14-year-old Maddie Clifford, who seeks redemption after a tragedy using manipulation, insulin, and a rabbit. The film, which premiered at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, was a project from the American Film Institute Conservatory and won three awards.
Coverage from the Austin Film Festival, highlighting some panels and films that emphasized the importance of diverse and inclusive storytelling.
This coming-of-age movie based on the 1970 book by Judy Blume gives viewers a scope on female topics in the quest for a religious identity.
'Hollywood Stargirl' (2022) is a teen romantic drama film that centers around the title character's experiences in Los Angeles. This film serves as the sequel to the 2020 film 'Stargirl', but unlike the previous film, the events in this movie are shown from the title character's perspective instead of Leo Borlock's.
The roaring emotional ride that was the season four finale sets June on a new path: more of a Survivor's Journey.
'Free Guy' combines classic Disney (a white heteronormative love story), exploration of popular video games and the culture around them, and Ryan Reynolds adult humor in the best way to make a super fun family flick.