Austin, August 29, 2025
News Summary
The documentary ‘The Boy From St. Croix,’ directed by Scott Duncan, will premiere at the 32nd Austin Film Festival, showcasing the life and career of NBA star Tim Duncan. The film provides a deep look into his upbringing in St. Croix and his journey in professional basketball. As one of seven world premieres, it highlights Duncan’s achievements and personal reflections, aiming to offer a nuanced portrait of a sports legend. The festival will feature over 180 films across various local venues.
Austin — The documentary The Boy From St. Croix will have its premiere at the 32nd Austin Film Festival, which runs from October 23 to October 30, 2025. The film, directed by Scott Duncan, provides an intimate, in-depth portrait of former San Antonio Spurs star Tim Duncan, focusing on his upbringing on the island of St. Croix and his long NBA career. The premiere is listed as one of seven world premieres included in a festival lineup of more than 180 films.
What is premiering and where
The film The Boy From St. Croix arrives at the Austin Film Festival as a world premiere during the festival week of October 23–30, 2025. The festival’s schedule includes screenings across several traditional venues used in previous years. The documentary is presented among a broad slate of short and feature films and is positioned as one of the headline premieres for this edition.
Who made the film and what it covers
The documentary is directed by Scott Duncan, who has an established career in television, advertising, and documentary filmmaking and has been recognized with 21 Emmy Awards and 38 Emmy nominations. The film traces Tim Duncan’s path from St. Croix to NBA stardom, examining his personal background, his relationship with basketball, and the private side of a public career. It aims to contrast the public perception of Duncan with his personal experiences and reflections.
Subject and scope
The documentary focuses on Duncan’s upbringing in the U.S. Virgin Islands, his connection to St. Croix, and the development of his approach to basketball. It also revisits his achievements during a 19-year career with the San Antonio Spurs, which included five NBA championships and two NBA Most Valuable Player awards. Since his retirement in 2016, Duncan has maintained a relatively private life; the film seeks to present a clearer narrative of his life and thoughts.
Festival context and programming
The Austin Film Festival’s 32nd edition will present over 180 films and count seven world premieres among its selections. The festival historically screens films at a variety of local venues, including The Paramount Theatre and the Long Center’s Rollin Studio Theatre, and this edition continues that multi-venue approach. The program will also honor established filmmakers as part of the festival events.
Honorees and highlights
This year’s festival will honor notable filmmakers and several special guests as part of its celebration of writers and filmmakers. The presence of high-profile honorees and a large slate of premieres is intended to draw attention to both established and emerging cinematic work.
Supporting production details
Scott Duncan’s role as director brings a familial perspective to the project, with his background in award-winning television and documentary work forming a central component of the film’s creative team. The documentary’s synopsis indicates it includes Duncan’s reflections on basketball, his professional career, and his childhood roots on St. Croix. The film is positioned as an intimate portrait rather than a purely celebratory biography, aiming to offer depth on motivation, identity, and legacy.
Background: Tim Duncan’s career in brief
Tim Duncan spent a 19-year career entirely with the San Antonio Spurs, during which the team won five NBA championships and he received two NBA MVP awards. The documentary focuses on how his early life in the U.S. Virgin Islands shaped his approach to sport and life, and how that background informed his long-term presence in the NBA and subsequent private life after retirement in 2016.
Key film information
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Title | The Boy From St. Croix |
| Director | Scott Duncan |
| Subject | Tim Duncan; upbringing in St. Croix; NBA career |
| Festival | 32nd Austin Film Festival (Oct 23–30, 2025) |
| Premiere type | World premiere (one of seven) |
| Festival slate | More than 180 films |
| Director awards | 21 Emmy Awards; 38 Emmy nominations |
| Career highlights (subject) | 19-year Spurs career; five NBA championships; two NBA MVP awards |
| Historical venues | The Paramount Theatre; Long Center’s Rollin Studio Theatre |
Timeline
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| October 23–30, 2025 | 32nd Austin Film Festival (includes world premiere of The Boy From St. Croix) | Scheduled at Austin Film Festival |
| 2025 (festival week) | World premiere screening of The Boy From St. Croix | One of seven world premieres in festival lineup |
| 2016 | Tim Duncan retirement from NBA | Retired; subject maintains a relatively private life |
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Frequently Asked Questions
When and where will The Boy From St. Croix premiere?
The Boy From St. Croix will premiere at the 32nd Austin Film Festival during the festival week of October 23–30, 2025.
Who directed the documentary?
The documentary was directed by Scott Duncan.
What is the documentary about?
The film provides an intimate portrait of Tim Duncan, focusing on his upbringing in St. Croix, his relationship with basketball, and his 19-year career with the San Antonio Spurs.
Is this a world premiere?
Yes. The film is listed as one of seven world premieres at the 32nd Austin Film Festival.
How many films will the festival feature?
The Austin Film Festival will feature more than 180 films during its 32nd edition.
What recognition does the director have?
Scott Duncan has received 21 Emmy Awards and 38 Emmy nominations for his work in television, advertising, and documentary filmmaking.
What aspects of Tim Duncan’s life does the film emphasize?
The film emphasizes Duncan’s upbringing on St. Croix, his views on basketball and his professional career, and aims to present a clearer narrative contrasting public persona and private life.
Where have festival screenings been held historically?
Historically, the Austin Film Festival has screened films at venues including The Paramount Theatre and the Long Center’s Rollin Studio Theatre.
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- News 4 San Antonio
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- Sports Illustrated
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tim Duncan
- Texas Monthly
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