Hal Wixon

Filmed at the 17th annual Gulf Coast Film and Video Festival, this video highlights the documentary film "Sweethearts of the Gridiron," which was one of many films shown at the festival.

Talent and love for films had a rendezvous at the 13th annual Gulf Coast Film and Video Festival, which celebrated the art of independent filmmaking and honored actress Marsha Mason with a lifetime achievement award.

A weekend filled with mixers, celebrity guests and film screenings can be expected throughout Clear Lake, Kemah, Nassau Bay, Seabrook and League City as the 11th annual Gulf Coast Film and Video Festival will take place Sept. 17-19.