AUSTIN, Texas – Each year the Texas Film Awards serve as the unofficial kickoff to South By Southwest.

It is the first of many nights when movie stars shine bright and filmmakers are the toast of the town.

The stars of "Call Me By Your Name," Armie Hammer and ​Timothée Chalamet, were reunited on the red carpet.

There was also an appearance by Paul Thomas Anderson.

Spectrum News’ Victor Diaz caught up with the 2018 honorees and has the red carpet highlights.