Pacific Arts Movement is thrilled to unveil the dynamic and inspiring film lineup for the 13th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) Spring Showcase. Taking place at Ultrastar Cinemas in Mission Valley, San Diego, from April 18 to 25, 2024, this year's showcase promises a diverse film line-up spanning over 8 days.Audiences will enjoy a curated selection of 15+ films hailing from China, Hong Kong, Iran, South Korea, and beyond. Among the highlights is a four-film retrospective, Through Tibetan Eyes: the Films of Pema Tseden, honoring the late Tibetan filmmaker Pema Tseden, offering viewers a poignant journey into the modern Tibetan identity through the lens of cinematic mastery.Kicking off the festival on April 18 is the dramedy "The Queen of My Dreams," a nostalgic exploration of familial relationships and personal discovery following the unexpected passing of a Pakistani Canadian woman's father. As she navigates the complexities of her grief, audiences are i
Pacific Arts Movement presents the 24th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival from Nov. 2 - 11, 2023, the largest showcase of Asian and Asian American cinema in North America. As a delightful addition to this year's festival, Pac Arts presents "CHEW THE SCENE," San Diego's premier Asian American food event, which will take place on November 10 at the newly renovated Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla. This culinary extravaganza will feature tastings from over a dozen of San Diego's top AAPI chefs, restaurants, and vendors, all showcasing their unique takes on Asian American cuisine. The event will follow the San Diego Asian Film Festival's awards presentation, where we will be honoring the festival's top films.The culinary celebration immediately follows the San Diego Asian Film Festival's filmmaker awards. An independent jury selects winners in categories like Narrative Feature, Documentary Feature, and more. The George C. Lin Emerg
Pacific Arts Movement (Pac Arts) presents the 24th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) from November 2 - 11, 2023, the largest showcase of Asian and Asian American cinema in North America. The festival will take place at the Regal Edwards Mira Mesa with additional screenings and special events at the San Diego Natural History Museum, Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park, UCSD Price Center Theater in La Jolla, and the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla.This curated lineup of films encompassesthe best in both award-winning and cutting-edge cinema worldwide, including 23 premieres 13 West Coast premieres, 3 North American premieres, 1 US premiere, 1 International premiere, and 5 World premieres. Festival attendees will enjoy films along with 34+ scheduled Q&A’s with filmmakers, and opportunities to meet cast and crew.Festival information:View the schedule of filmsBrowse the filmsSpecial eventsFestival ticketsRelated links:San Diego Asian Film Festival we
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