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Sep
05
2012
Be a part of filmmaking history! Join APAFilm and award-winning filmmaker and Board member Noel “Sonny” Izon for a fundraiser this Sunday, September 9 from 5-7 p.m. at Congregation Kneseth Israel (1125 Spa Road, Annapolis, MD, 21403). The fundraiser will benefit Mr. Izon’s upcoming film “An Open Door: Jewish Rescue in the Philippines,” the never-before-seen story of efforts (similar to “Schindler’s List”) in the Philippines to provide sanctuary for Jews during World War II.
The fundraiser will also include appearances by some of the featured survivors and the film’s producers and filmmakers. For more information about the project and fundraiser, contact Sonny Izon at sonnyizon@aol.com or go to
Sep
03
2012
It’s that time of year again! We’re looking for volunteers for the 13th annual DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival which will be held on October 4-7, 2012. The success of our non-profit organization depends on the participation of volunteers like yourself so please come out and support the festival. You can find more information about the festival at the link below.
Who: You and your friends
What: Volunteer Happy Hour – Come out and learn more about the festival and/or sign up for an event
When: September 13, 2012 (Thursday) 5 – 9 pm
Where: Tabaq Bistro – located at 1336 U Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009, near the U Street Metro station;
Why: Come out and support the APA cause. Get information about and/or sign-up to volunteer for events for the festival 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 volunteer@apafilm.org. We look forward to meeting you!
Apr
22
2012
Film writer Allison Lyzenga, who has covered the DC APA Film Festival for several years, attended the D.C. premiere of Warriors of the Rainbow: Seediq Bale. The film will be in theaters starting on April 27. Read what Allison thought about the film:
By Allison Lyzenga, My Film Habit
I had the pleasure of being invited to attend an advance screening of this film by one of its sponsors. TECRO is the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States, and this organization frequently sponsors films that present or teach about Taiwanese culture. I am always impressed by movies that I really learn something from. And, just about everything in Warriors of the Rainbow was brand new to me. I’m not claiming to be so worldly as to know everything about all the countries in the world. But, I’ve found that it’s often hard to find films that cover new ground. This phenomenon is understandable. Filmmakers are eager for their work to succeed, so many tend to fall back on old, reliable material. But, I really learned a lot from this film.
Mar
20
2012
DC APA Film has been around since 2000 and nobody on the staff has ever made a penny from it. Pretty amazing eh? We’re just a bunch of volunteers who love to watch films and enjoy putting together a film festival. It does involve a lot of hard work but when we see you at our screenings laughing, shedding a tear or grabbing the person next to you because you’re scared, it makes everything worth it. We also get to meet many talented filmmakers from all over the country and it is truly our pleasure to show their amazing films to you. Read More »
Nov
24
2011
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Nov
07
2011
D.C. APA Flim is proud to be a sponsor of Sulu DC’s 2nd Anniversary and Awards Show on November 19, 2011. Hosted by Regie Cabico with sounds by DJ Boo, the evening will feature:
Additionally, Sulu DC will present the: Artist of the Year Award, Community Contribution Award, Audience Award, Community Partner Award, Sulu DC Award, and Sulu DC House Award.
So come, meet super rad people, and rock out — all the while supporting fantastic AAPI artists. Doesn’t get much better than that! For more information, visit the website www.suludc.com
WHAT: Sulu DC’s 2nd Anniversary and Awards Show
DATE: Saturday, November 19th, 2011
TIME: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
WHERE: Artisphere, 1101 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209
**Advance tickets on sale now for $20; $25 at the door**
Not required but feel free to RSVP on facebook.
Nov
04
2011
Here’s the awesome Closing Night party video by the talented folks at Moustache Motion Pictures. Big thank you to Daryl and Mark!
For more info about Moustache Motion Pictures, visit: www.MoustacheMotion.com
Oct
15
2011
Surrogate Valentine Trailer HD from goh nakamura on Vimeo.
Join us Saturday night for a fantastic night of movie and music, not to mention fabulous food and drink at the Closing Night reception after the screening.
The Film:
Goh Nakamura (playing himself) is a San Francisco musician trying to break into the music scene. In the meantime, he agrees to do a favor for a filmmaker friend and teaches TV star Danny (Chadd Stoops) how to play the guitar for his upcoming movie role. In an attempt to learn the ins and outs of being a “rock star,” Danny follows Goh on his West Coast tour. Read More »
Oct
15
2011
PATANG (The Kite) Wins Best Feature Film at 2011 DC APA Film Fest
WASHINGTON, Oct. 12 ̶ D.C. Asian Pacific American Film is thrilled to award its Best Narrative Feature Award to director Prashant Bhargava and his feature film debut PATANG (The Kite). PATANG will screen Saturday, October 15, 4 p.m. at the Goethe-Institut in Washington D.C. Read More »