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Round Top Film Festival brings vibrant cinematic charm to the Texas Hill Country for the second year

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Round Top Film Festival brings vibrant cinematic charm to the Texas Hill Country for the second year

Houston Life Segment

Round Top Film Festival brings vibrant cinematic charm to the Texas Hill Country for the second year

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The smallest incorporated town in Texas, with approximately 90 residents, Round Top is well known for its annual antique markets. To further establish Round Top as a cultural destination, Shanna launched the Round Top Film Festival with a highly successful first year slate that was fueled by their highly successful kickoff gala that successfuly drew film patrons from around Texas.

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Round Top Film Festival Announces 2025 Main Slate Lineup
The Round Top Film Festival (RTFF), returning for its highly anticipated second annual edition from November 6–9, today unveiled its official 2025 film slate. This year’s lineup showcases a dynamic mix of narrative features, documentary films, shorts, and episodic selections, continuing RTFF’s tradition of bold programming that brings together cinematic excellence with the charm of a uniquely Texan setting. Kicking off the festival is the opening night film Adult Children, a sharp, emotional dramedy starring and produced by native Texan Thomas Sadoski, who will be in attendance to receive the Lone Star Storyteller Award.


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Big cities and tourist hot spots have their well-earned appeal, but sometimes you just want to enjoy your coastal mansion in peace. It’s a sentiment baked into the smaller, quieter communities that share enough cultural DNA with their buzzier brethren, minus the hordes of travelers, skyrocketing room rates and ticket queues.

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The smallest incorporated town in Texas, with approximately 90 residents, Round Top is well known for its annual antique markets. To further establish Round Top as a cultural destination, Shanna launched the Round Top Film Festival with a highly successful first year slate that was fueled by their highly successful kickoff gala that successfuly drew film patrons from around Texas.

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The Round Top Film Festival is making a grand return this fall, promising a lineup of exciting events, must-see screenings, and a celebration of cinema that fans won't want to miss.

Festival co-founder Shanna Schanen shared insights into the festival's origins and what inspired its creation.


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Big cities and tourist hot spots have their well-earned appeal, but sometimes you just want to enjoy your coastal mansion in peace. It’s a sentiment baked into the smaller, quieter communities that share enough cultural DNA with their buzzier brethren, minus the hordes of travelers, skyrocketing room rates and ticket queues.

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Round Top Film Festival Announces 2025 Main Slate Lineup

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The best free and fun events in Austin, November 3 – 6, include Maroon 5 in concert, Oltorf Block Party, and more!


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The Heart of Texas & The Future of Film Is Happening At The Round Top Film Festival November 6-9.

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Lone Star State’s Round Top Film Festival To Showcase Texas Native Ethan Hawke’s ‘She Dances,’ ‘Omaha,’ ‘Cottonmouth’ & More

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Round Top Film Festival Bigger, Bolder in Second Year

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Documentary 'Lynn" to screen at Round Top Film Festival

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We explore the Texas films that will be showcased at this year's Round Top Film Festival with the festival's programming director, Micky Duzdevich.

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The Round Top Film Festival Gears Up for Second Year; Submission Deadline Nears

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Everything kicked off last night with the premiere of land man starring billy bob thornton, demi moore and jon hamm. you can see that november 17th on paramount plus.

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Round Top Film Festival is now accepting submissions for the inaugural event.

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Soon, the city of Round Top will be hosting its first-ever international film festival. Co-founder Skylar Schanen and programming director Mickey Duzdevich join Good Day Austin to preview the four-day event.

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Round Top Film Festival Offers Small-Town Charm and Big-Screen Enjoyment

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‘Takin’ Care Of Business,’ ‘Deep In My Heart Is A Song’ Among Winners At Inaugural Round Top Film Festival

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It's curtains up on the first-ever Round Top Film Festival!

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Unveiling the Premiere Round Top Film Festival: A Cinematic Celebration in the Charming Texas Town

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Where To Eat, Stay, Shop: Round Top Texas Antiques Fair And Beyond

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America’s Best Small Shopping Town Is Known for Its 11-mile-long Antiques Show, One-of-a-kind Boutiques, and a Heavy Dose of Western Flair

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Hollywood will descend on the tiny historic town of Round Top for its inaugural Round Top Film Festival from November 7-10, showcasing insightful panels with independent filmmakers and dynamic film screenings.

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