Few projects at this year’s SXSW are likely to strike a chord quite like Mix Tape, a poignant and transportive story about love, music, and the weight of nostalgia. Featuring a stellar cast, including Jim Sturgess (Across the Universe, Cloud Atlas) and newcomer Rory Walton-Smith, who makes a striking debut, the series seamlessly weaves past and present. Alongside them, Teresa Palmer (A Discovery of Witches, Hacksaw Ridge) and Florence Hunt (Bridgerton) bring depth and nuance to Alison across two timelines. Set in Sheffield in 1989, Mix Tape follows teenagers Daniel
From breaking barriers as the first Filipina to walk in Arab Fashion Week to delivering chart-topping hits like “Amakabogera” and “Kakayanin Kaya,” MayMay Entrata has created a paradise of her own across music, film, and fashion. A multi-talented performer, she has captivated audiences with her infectious energy, bold creative vision, and unwavering authenticity. Her impact has been recognized with numerous accolades, including a nomination for Best Asia Act at the MTV EMAs, reinforcing her status as a rising global star. Now, with her latest single “Paradise,” MayMay is embracing a
Few filmmakers capture the raw, unfiltered essence of a place quite like José María Cabral. A trailblazing director and screenwriter from the Dominican Republic, Cabral has built a career on telling bold, socially charged stories that challenge perceptions and ignite conversation. From his breakout Sundance hit Carpinteros to the gripping Perejil, he has established himself as a visionary force in Dominican cinema. Now, with his latest documentary, 42nd Street, premiering at SXSW 2025, he turns his lens toward the electrifying, chaotic, and deeply human world of La 42—a 600-meter stretch
Like a serpent in the dark, Last Call slithers into your subconscious and leaves its mark. Directed and co-written by Winnie Cheung, the gripping short film blends psychological horror with a deeply personal exploration of identity, desire, and transformation. Claudia Chow, played by Celia Au, is a thrill-seeker living for the rush—until a high-speed crash fractures her reality, unleashing the eerie presence of the Serpent Woman. As Claudia spirals between illusion and truth, the film weaves together striking visuals, practical effects, and a hauntingly immersive atmosphere. At the heart of