Austin Spotlight Film Festival

Austin Spotlight Film Festival Austin Spotlight is an international film festival held in Austin Texas. We accept all short films,

Austin Spotlight is an international film festival held in Austin TX. We accept all short films, music videos, docs, & even kickstarters.

The spotlight is on our 2026 Film Award Winners! 💡🏆Congratulations to the incredible filmmakers recognized at the 10th A...
09/14/2026

The spotlight is on our 2026 Film Award Winners! 💡🏆

Congratulations to the incredible filmmakers recognized at the 10th Annual Austin Spotlight Film Festival. Thank you for sharing your stories with us and being part of this milestone year.

Swipe through to celebrate this year’s winners!

Your Story. Our Stage. 💡

🎥 TOMORROW 💡After months of submissions, judging, planning, and preparation, it’s finally here.The 10th Annual Austin Sp...
09/11/2026

🎥 TOMORROW 💡

After months of submissions, judging, planning, and preparation, it’s finally here.

The 10th Annual Austin Spotlight Film Festival takes over Southwest Theaters Lake Creek 7 tomorrow for a full day celebrating independent film and the people who make it.

🎬 Independent Films
🎤 Filmmaker & Screenwriter Q&As
🗳️ Audience Choice Voting
🏆 ASFF Awards Ceremony
📸 Group Photo
🥂 After Party

📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ First screening begins at 1:00 PM
📍 Southwest Theaters Lake Creek 7

🎟️ Get your tickets tonight and join us.

VIP Badge: $70
All Day Pass: $60
Screening Blocks: $20 in advance / $25 at the door

Whether you’re spending the entire day with us or coming out to support a film you love, we can’t wait to see you at the theater.

10 YEARS. ONE MORE DAY.

Your Story. Our Stage.

🎬 2 DAYS TO GO 💡Join us this Saturday! Filmmakers and screenwriters from Austin and beyond come together for the 10th An...
09/10/2026

🎬 2 DAYS TO GO 💡

Join us this Saturday! Filmmakers and screenwriters from Austin and beyond come together for the 10th Annual Austin Spotlight Film Festival.

Throughout the day, you’ll have the chance to watch their work on the big screen, hear from filmmakers during live Q&As, meet our selected screenwriters, cast your Audience Choice votes, and celebrate this year’s winners at the ASFF Awards Ceremony.

📅 Saturday, September 12
📍 Southwest Theaters Lake Creek 7
🎬 Doors open for a full day of screenings beginning at 1:00 PM

🎟️ VIP Badge: $70
All Day Pass: $60
Screening Blocks: $20 in advance / $25 at the door

Your Story. Our Stage.

09/09/2026

⏱ NOT SO LONESOME — 2026 OFFICIAL SELECTION
Dir. Kevin Barton

After being stood up by her friends, Gaby is forced out of her comfort zone and given a chance to make a new connection.

Catch Not So Lonesome in our Comedy & Short Form Showcase on September 12. 💡

⏱ Block 2 — 2:45 PM
📍 Southwest Lake Creek 7
🎟 Tickets: filmfreeway.com/austinspotlight/tickets

🎬 THE ASFF 2026 OFFICIAL PROGRAM IS HERE!Festival week has arrived! Check out the official program for the 10th Annual A...
09/09/2026

🎬 THE ASFF 2026 OFFICIAL PROGRAM IS HERE!
Festival week has arrived! Check out the official program for the 10th Annual Austin Spotlight Film Festival, happening THIS SATURDAY! 🎉

Join us for a full day on the big screen featuring independent films from Austin and around the world, filmmaker and screenwriter Q&As, Audience Choice voting, our 2026 Awards Ceremony, and more.

📅 Saturday, September 12
📍 Southwest Theaters Lake Creek 7
🎬 Festival begins at 1:00 PM
🏆 Awards Ceremony at 10:30 PM

Swipe through the program, find the films you want to see, and start planning your festival day!

🎟️ Tickets are available now
VIP Badge: $70
All Day Pass: $60
Individual Screening Blocks: $20 in advance / $25 at the door

Grab your tickets early and come celebrate 10 years of ASFF with us!

Your Story. Our Stage.

09/08/2026

😂 JAMBA-LIAR — 2026 OFFICIAL SELECTION
Dir. Miriam Pinedo

With their friendship falling apart, one friend secretly serves magic mushroom soup—hoping a shared trip can save it.

Catch Jamba-Liar in the Comedy & Short Form Showcase on September 12.

😂 Block 2 — 2:45 PM
📍 Southwest Lake Creek 7
🎟 Tickets: filmfreeway.com/austinspotlight/tickets

09/05/2026

🎶 FIND MY WAY — 2026 OFFICIAL SELECTION
Dir. Daniel Castillo |

A visual representation of an R&B melody delving deep into feelings of isolation, confusion, and longing - depicting a person trapped in a storm of emotions, struggling to navigate the overwhelming challenges of life.

Catch Find My Way in our Opening Showcase on September 12.

🎶 Block 1 — 1:00 PM
📍 Southwest Lake Creek 7
🎟 Tickets: filmfreeway.com/austinspotlight/tickets

09/04/2026

🎬 THE SPOTLIGHT IS ON💡

The 10th Annual Austin Spotlight Film Festival hits the big screen NEXT SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12!

Join us for a celebration of bold independent storytelling featuring incredible films & screenplays from this year’s official selections, all brought together for one unforgettable day of cinema in Austin.

🎥 Independent Films
✍️ Screenplay Selections
🏆 Awards
🎬 Live Q&As
🍿 Audience Voting

📍 Southwest Theaters Lake Creek 7
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026

Tickets are on sale now — grab yours and come celebrate 10 years of ASFF with us!

🎟️ https://filmfreeway.com/austinspotlight/tickets (Link also in bio)

Your Story. Our Stage.

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