SXSW Highlights: Keke Palmer's Marriage Proposal, Chloe Grace Moretz's Rom-Com Return, and More

SXSW Highlights

SXSW has been abuzz with exciting news and events, from surprise marriage proposals to film premieres and updates on upcoming releases.

Keke Palmer's Surprise Marriage Proposal

While hosting a live recording of her podcast "Baby, This Is Keke Palmer" at SXSW, Keke Palmer received a surprise marriage proposal from a fan. The proposal was met with shock and amusement from Palmer and her co-stars, including Taylour Paige, who joked "Sorry to this man" in response.

> "I'm just here to host my podcast and suddenly I'm being proposed to!" — Keke Palmer

Chloe Grace Moretz's Return to Romantic Comedies

Chloe Grace Moretz made her return to romantic comedies after 12 years with the premiere of "Love Language" at SXSW. The film, directed by Joey Power, tells the story of a young woman who finds solace in writing wedding vows for brides-to-be after being left at the altar.

"I'm so excited to be back in the romantic comedy genre," Moretz said. "These kinds of movies are the ones I watch most as a viewer. They're so soothing, and hit you in a place in your heart."

Upcoming Film Releases

Paramount Moves Up "Passenger" Release Date

Paramount has moved up the release date of André Øvredal's horror film "Passenger" to Memorial Day weekend. The film, starring Melissa Leo, Jacob Scipio, and Lou Llobell, will now join a competitive weekend that includes Disney/Lucasfilm's "The Mandalorian and Grogu" and Neon's "I Love Boosters".

True-Crime Documentaries

Nancy Glass Turns Podcasts into True-Crime Docs

Nancy Glass, founder of Glass Entertainment Group, has turned three of her podcasts into true-crime documentaries, with three more in the works. Titles such as "Betrayal", "Burden of Guilt", and "Curse of America's Next Top Model" have all been adapted into docuseries.

"We're excited to bring these true-crime stories to life on screen," Glass said. "Our podcasts have been incredibly successful, and we're looking forward to sharing these stories with a wider audience."

Key Facts

• Who: Keke Palmer, Chloe Grace Moretz, André Øvredal, Nancy Glass
• What: Surprise marriage proposal, film premieres, release date changes, true-crime documentaries
• When: SXSW, Memorial Day weekend
• Where: Austin, Texas
• Impact: Excitement and surprise from fans and industry professionals alike

What to Watch

As SXSW comes to a close, fans and industry professionals alike are eagerly anticipating the release of new films and documentaries. With the surprise marriage proposal, romantic comedy comeback, and updates on upcoming releases, there's no shortage of excitement in the entertainment industry. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from SXSW!