texas water foundation presents
the 10th annual water, texas film FESTIVAL
TUESDAY, APRil 1, 6:00-10:00PM
Water, Texas is a concept, an idea, it’s even a place if you want it to be. It’s anywhere you can think of in the Lone Star State where water matters. Water, Texas is everywhere. From the Davis Mountains to Matagorda Bay, we know that water is the lifeblood of Texas. It supports our landscapes, our lifestyle and our economy. Because everything we love about Texas is rooted in our water, we want to hear your water stories. What does water mean to you?
CONTEST DETAILS
We’re looking for films that have to do with water in Texas. The rest is up to you. The purpose of the Water, Texas film festival is to give filmmakers the creative flexibility to communicate their stories about water. We aim to inspire the creation of diverse, informative, unique, funny, and thought-provoking films. We want to invite all Texans to understand the value of their water. What better way to do that than asking folks to share their own stories?
Theme
Abstract or not, fictional or true, all films should focus on water in Texas
DEADLINE
February 21, 2025
TIME
Films of all lengths are accepted
Best Documentary
$1,000
Best Narrative
$1,000
Best Organizational Storytelling
$1,000
Plus a special Under 18 Filmmaker category with sponsored prize.
Questions? EMAIL US.
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richard linklater
Richard Linklater is a filmmaker, producer and writer living in Austin, Texas. He’s known for such films as Slacker, Dazed and Confused, Before Sunrise, Waking Life, Boyhood and many more. He also serves as a Trustee for Texas Water Foundation. Additionally, Linklater is Artistic Director for the Austin Film Society, which he founded in 1985 to showcase films from around the world, which would not typically be shown in Austin. Now one of the nation’s top film organizations, The Austin Film Society shows over 200 films a year, offers educational programming, and has given over $1,500,000 in grants to Texas filmmakers since 1996. We thank Richard Linklater for serving as our film judge, and Austin Film Society for hosting the Water, Texas film festival.
Interested in Sponsoring the 2025 Water, Texas Film Festival?
The Water, Texas Film Festival is hosted by Texas Water Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to a secure water future for Texas. Support our winning filmmakers and the work of Texas Water Foundation and receive customizable recognition benefits in all marketing materials, press, and at the event. Sponsorships start at just $1,000.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2024 SPONSORS!
2024 Water, Texas film contest WINNERs
Best Picture: CHASING THE TIDE, by JAY AND CHRISSY KLEBERG
Best Film Featuring an Organization: Groundwater and surface water studies are leading to better water supply planning, By JEAN SCHLITZKUS anD TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD
Best Documentary: A PLACE OF PROMISE, by ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND
Best narrative film: WALLED OFF, by Sabra Booth
Check out our Youtube channel for more.
About TEXAS WATER FOUNDATION
We believe everything you love about texas is rooted in water
Texas Water Foundation is working to lead Texas into a sustainable water future by investing in the next generation of water leaders, equipping decision makers, and inviting every Texan to recognize that Texas Runs on Water. LEARN MORE