MOVIE PREMIERE
A rising female rap artist returns to the music industry years after witnessing her mother’s death in the studio. Determined to continue her mother’s legacy, she soon finds herself torn between ambition, love, and a deadly relationship with two cousins.Read more
The life and career of legendary singer and civil rights activist Lena Horne are dramatized in this new film; set in 1972 on the set of the TV show Sanford and Son.Read more
Join us at MATCH for the exciting USA Premiere of the highly anticipated GAAVANI film! Mark your calendar for August 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM (CST). Don't miss this unique chance to experience the USA film debut. It’s gonna be a great time filled with Inspiration & Divine Melody. See you there!
A showcase of short poetic films featuring World Premieres from Texas and U.S. Premieres from Belgium, Greece, the Netherlands, Spain, New Zealand, and Ukraine, along with juried winners from across the country. The festival also features readings by Texas Poets Laureate Octavio Quintanilla and Emmy Pérez, as well as Marie Brown, Chris Wise, Jane Creighton, and Alliah Lavonne Tigh.
Sunday morning programming includes films and performances by Deaf artists using American Sign Language, with English interpretation. A portion of all festival ticket sales will be donated to children’s poetry programs in Ukraine.Read more
