Meeting the in-laws is stressful enough—throw in a 400-year-old poltergeist, and things go completely off the rails. With The Parenting, director Craig Johnson and writer Kent Sublette blend horror and comedy into a wildly entertaining supernatural romp that proves family drama is even scarier when the undead get involved. The film follows Rohan and Josh, a young couple hoping to make a good impression as they introduce their wildly different families during a weekend retreat. But when tensions between the traditional Sharon and Frank and the laid-back Liddy and Cliff
SXSW 2025: Florence Hunt and Rory Walton-Smith on ‘Mix Tape,’ First Love, and Their Artistic Process
First love is unforgettable. It leaves an imprint, shaping the way we see the world, the way we love, and the way we remember. That’s the emotional core of Mix Tape, the highly anticipated series that premiered at SXSW 2025. Set across two timelines, the story follows Daniel and Alison, whose fleeting but deeply felt romance in 1989 Sheffield continues to echo into their adult lives decades later. Exploring love, memory, and the music that binds us, Mix Tape is a poignant look at the moments that shape us—and the
Television has the power to do more than entertain—it can challenge, heal, and transform. Some of the most compelling stories aren’t just imagined; they’re lived. F*ckUps Anonymous is proof of that, turning personal trauma into powerful storytelling. At the heart of this raw and unflinching pilot is writer Joe Tierney, who knows firsthand the weight of the story he’s telling. Drawing from his own experiences, he has crafted a narrative that doesn’t just expose harsh realities but honors those who endured them—some who made it out, and others who never
Comedy classics like Mean Girls, She’s the Man, and Clueless have shaped generations with their humor, heart, and unforgettable characters. But while these films have stood the test of time, they’ve rarely made space for trans stories, leaving an entire community without the chance to see themselves in the genre they grew up loving. She’s the He changes that—blending the wit, irreverence, and charm of the classics while centering a perspective that has long been overlooked. Making its SXSW 2025 debut, She’s the He is a bold and refreshing take