The Graz Diagonale has been gathering a significant portion of Austria's film production since 1998 as a festival dedicated to Austrian cinema. The Diagonale catalog serves as a representative reference work and a unique chronicle of the internationally recognized Austrian film scene. The program book for Diagonale'23 includes texts and images related to all the competition films of the festival – ranging from feature films to documentaries, as well as experimental and animated films. Newcomers receive just as much attention as established filmmakers. Introductions to the special and accompanying programs provide insights into the history of Austrian cinema. The series "Zur Person" highlights the remarkable film work of Goran Rebic´ at Diagonale'23. An introductory essay addresses significant cultural and political developments, trends, and tendencies in the film year 2022/23.