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.

Fed up with her stale hairstyle, Carol's journey to the salon takes a comically unexpected turn when a unique hairstylist, Liam, hijacks her makeover. What starts as a hilarious gum-chewing showdown transforms into a heartwarming journey of friendship and transformation. As Carol's once-rigid beliefs unravel, she forms an unlikely connection with Liam, ultimately asserting her newfound independence through a bold makeover decision.
Coverage from the Austin Film Festival, highlighting some panels and films that emphasized the importance of diverse and inclusive storytelling.
I came across Urchin by chance and decided to watch it because of the title. It made me think of the spiky animal that lives at the bottom of the ocean, and the old Dickensian novels, where an urchin was an orphaned, homeless child in shaggy and dirty clothes.
A historic documentary about the iconic Disney character gives viewers a glimpse into animation.
Disney’s first Christmas advert, ‘From Our Family to Yours’ teaches us the magic of the holidays.
This film is a splendid mix of mediums, but its strength lies in its simplicity and beautiful message of closeness.
'Blue Beetle' is another solid addition to the superhero film canon.