Back in theaters!
After three quarantined semesters, the RTF community is finally coming together to celebrate our student films the way they were designed to be enjoyed—with an audience. From animation to documentary, CGI to drama... this semester's student work will be on display to the public from Thursday, December 9–Sunday, December 12.
“For those interested in the secret origin of how Hollywood got super-powers, Perren and Steirer reveal all." - Comic book artist and illustrator Amanda Conner.
After last year's quarantine, the Austin Film Festival is back in person as well as offering online programming this year. Check out some of the RTF-affiliated films, panels, and events at this year's AFF!
In August, 2021, the Department of Radio-Television-Film’s beloved professor Tom Schatz retired after forty-five years of highly distinguished and tireless service to the University of Texas at Austin. During his career here, Professor Schatz has taught over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students. He's authored five major books with two more forthcoming. He has served as dissertation advisor for 59 Ph.D. students, thesis advisor for 80 M.A. students, and Department Chair many times over.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences confirmed “TOWER” is one of 15 shortlisted nominees for Best Documentary Feature at this year’s 89th Academy Awards on Feb. 26. Official nominations will be released Jan.
