George C. Lin
Year after year, DC APA Film is fortunate to partner with many individuals, businesses and non-profit organizations. But undoubtedly the most important “partnership” we have is with the Lin family. For those who are just discovering our organization, George C. Lin was our first Executive Director and founder. In 2008, he passed away at the very young age of 37. We remember George for his passion and love for the arts as well as his dedication to our organization and to San Diego Asian Film Foundation. Read More »
Photo: Dear Lemon Lima, courtesy of the filmmaker.
Come see the D.C. Premiere film screening of Dear Lemon Lima by director Suzi Yoonessi
When: Saturday, October 2nd at 4:30 pm
Where: National Geographic All Roads Film Festival at 1600 M Street NW
Co-hosted by DC APA Film Festival
Dear Lemon Lima is an epistolary coming-of-age tale, narrated through the pondering yet hilarious diary entries of young Vanessa (brought to life by Savannah Wiltfong, who, like Vanessa, is part Yup’ik), a quirky middle-school age girl in a small Alaskan town who wants to win back her wealthy, snobbish ex-boyfriend (played by award-winning actor Shayne Topp). So she and her motley-crew of outcast friends form a team to compete against her ex-boyfriend’s team in their prep school’s Snowstorm Survivor Competition, and in the process, Vanessa builds her self-esteem and gains pride in her Yup’ik (Native Alaskan) heritage. Acclaimed actors and Alaskan native youth round out the cast in this family-friendly film. This film is a National Geographic All Roads Film Grant recipient. Read More »
On Sunday 8/29, there will be a free screening of The Cats of Mirikitani at 2pm in the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, 1661 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 17th Street).
Eighty-year-old Jimmy Mirikitani survived the trauma of WWII internment camps, Hiroshima, and homelessness, by creating art. But when 9/11 threatens his life on the New York City streets, local filmmaker Linda Hattendorf befriended him and brought him into her home. In this documentary, the two unexpected friends embark on a journey to confront Jimmy’s painful past. The film is an intimate exploration of the lingering wounds of war and the healing powers of friendship and art.
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Save the Date! The 2010 DC APA Film Festival Volunteer Happy Hour is Sept 9th, 6-9PM.
Are you interested in volunteering for the DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival this year???
The 11th Annual DC APA Film Festival will be held on October 7-16. The success of our non-profit organization depends on the participation of volunteers like yourself. We will be holding a Happy Hour for people interested in volunteering at the location below:
Who: You
What: Happy Hour
When: 9 September 2010 / 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Where: Science Club
1136 19th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20036-3602
(202) 775-0747 **Near the Farragut West Metro Station
Why: Come out and support the APA cause, Get information about and/or sign-up to volunteer for events for the festival, enjoy cheap drinks, appetizers, and Meet new people
You can volunteer for a variety of positions to include ticket sales, event operations, film support, setup crew, marketing, etc . Pick the films you would like to work and meet new friends at the same time.
We also have a immediate need for volunteers before the festival so if interested, please email Ken at volunteer[at]apafilm.org.
We look forward to meeting you!!
If you have access to a video camera and a great idea, here’s your chance to make a difference and win cash plus an all-expense paid trip to the San Diego Asian Film Festival! REEL IN THE VOTE looking for the most creative, 30-second videos that promote and encourage voter registration and participation in the APIA community. This competition is free and open to anyone.
Reel in the Vote is a non-partisan PSA contest and campaign to generate awareness, excitement, and dialogue to get more Asian Pacific Islander Americans and independent voters out to the polls this year.
The top three videos will be selected to screen throughout the San Diego Asian Film Festival in October in front of thousands of attendees. We will provide travel and lodging to the makers of each of the top three videos to attend the opening weekend of the film festival (October 21-23). A live audience will choose the top winner at our Gala Awards Dinner, October 23, who will be awarded a minimum $1000 prize, two runner ups receive $250 each.
Deadline is August 31. For more information, visit the website HERE.
From Academy Award-nominated director Bruce Beresford (Driving Miss Daisy, Tender Mercies) comes the inspiring true story of ballet dancer Li Cunxin (Chi Cao) and his extraordinary journey from a poverty stricken boy in China to international stardom as a world-class dancer. Based on Li’s bestselling autobiography, Mao’s Last Dancer weaves a moving tale about the quest for freedom and the courage it takes to live your own life.
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Last week, the volunteer staff that brings you the DC APA Film each year gathered for a day of leadership development, strategic planning, and good ol’ bonding. This is only the second retreat ever held for the DC APA Film staff. The goal was to identify and problem solve issue areas that DC APA Film faces each year in order to grow the organization and better accomplish our mission.
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Justin Lin and YOMYOMF.com Announces the Interpretations Film Initiative!
Director Justin Lin (Better Luck Tomorrow, Fast & Furious) and his fellow Offenders at YOMYOMF (You Offend Me You Offend My Family) are proud to launch INTERPRETATIONS, a new initiative created to support our community of aspiring filmmakers.
Here’s the deal: They provide everyone with the same script, consisting of four lines of dialogue, and you make a short film from that script. Five finalists will receive $3,000 toward the development of their next project. One Script, Endless Possibilities.
Check out the shorts they commissioned to launch the initiative!
Submission deadline: September 1, 2010
For all the details and to download the script, visit the website HERE.
In another edition of great film series at the Smithsonian Institute’s Freer and Sackler Galleries, this year’s 15th annual Made in Hong Kong Film Festival takes place in June 18 – August 15 at the Meyer Auditorium of the Freer Gallery. The festival is co-sponsored by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office. The Made in Hong Kong Film Festival has included films such as Ip Man, Rule Number One, and The Contract.
Seating for films is available on a first-come, first-served basis and general run at 7pm on Friday and 2pm on Sunday. Free tickets are required for most performances and auditorium doors will open approximately 30 minutes before each show.
For more information, visit Freer Film Calendar HERE.
