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Narrative Features

THE DISAPPEARANCE OF MRS. WU

Film THE DISAPPEARANCE OF MRS. WU Directed by Anna Chi Three generations of Chinese American women embark on a road trip of discovery, understanding, forgiveness, and love.
Narrative Features

ISLANDS

Film ISLANDS Directed by Martin Edralin FREE PROGRAM | Joshua has lived in the comfort of his parents’ home his entire life and fears…
Shorts Programs

Armed With a Camera vol. 2020

Program Armed With a Camera vol. 2020 FREE PROGRAM | Visual Communications is proud to host an encore presentation of the projects from last year’s…
Shorts Programs

From Visions to Reel

Program From Visions to Reel FREE PROGRAM | The next generation of storytellers are paving the way. From intimate documentaries to bold experimental…
Shorts Programs

Point of Entry

Program Point of Entry FREE PROGRAM | Dreaming beyond the borders that separate us, this program reflects on the migrant experience and…
C3

C3: DOOGIE KAMEALOHA, M.D. – A New Legacy

Special Event C3: DOOGIE KAMEALOHA, M.D. – A New Legacy FREE ONLINE PROGRAM | Inspired by the hit medical series DOOGIE HOWSER, M.D., Disney+ has debuted the original…
C3

C3: Pathways for Inclusive Storytelling

Special Event C3: Pathways for Inclusive Storytelling FREE ONLINE PROGRAM | Join WarnerMedia Access, the pipeline arm of WarnerMedia’s Equity & Inclusion division, for an…
Documentary Features

WE ARE FROM THERE

Film WE ARE FROM THERE Directed by Wissam Tanios FREE PROGRAM | Two Syrian brothers in their mid 20's take a leap of faith and start their…
Narrative Features, Pacific Cinewaves

WATER LIKE FIRE

Film WATER LIKE FIRE Directed by Mitchel Viernes FREE PROGRAM | A young surfer makes up for lost time with her estranged brother after he winds…
Special Presentations

ASCENSION

Film ASCENSION Directed by Jessica Kingdon FREE PROGRAM | An examination of the contemporary "Chinese Dream" through staggering observations of labor, consumerism and wealth,…
Documentary Features, Pacific Cinewaves

CANE FIRE

Film CANE FIRE Directed by Anthony Banua-Simon FREE PROGRAM | An examination of the past and present of the Hawaiian island of Kauaʻi.
Shorts Programs

HBO APA Visionaries 2020

Program HBO APA Visionaries 2020 FREE PROGRAM | With the theme of “Breaking Barriers,” the 4th HBO Asian Pacific American Visionaries short film…
Documentary Features, Pacific Cinewaves

OPHIR

Film OPHIR Directed by Alexandre Berman, Olivier Pollet FREE PROGRAM | An extraordinary revolution leading up to the potential creation of the world’s newest nation in…
Shorts Programs

Pacific Cinewaves Shorts

Program Pacific Cinewaves Shorts FREE PROGRAM | The waves of the ocean have generously sustained many Pasifika cultures across the globe. From…
Documentary Features

THE CELINE ARCHIVE

Film THE CELINE ARCHIVE Directed by Celine Parreñas Shimizu FREE PROGRAM | Adulteress, traitor, heroine, or prey? In 1932, Celine Navarro was buried alive by her community…
Special Presentations

THE RESCUE

Film THE RESCUE Directed by E. Chai Vasarhelyi, Jimmy Chin FREE PROGRAM | THE RESCUE chronicles the enthralling story that transfixed the world: the daring rescue of twelve…
C3, Pacific Cinewaves

C3: Pasifika Power in Media

Special Event C3: Pasifika Power in Media FREE PROGRAM | Join a conversation reflecting how filmmaking is utilized to preserve cultural traditions and stories in…
C3

C3: Getting Over the Goal Line

Special Event C3: Getting Over the Goal Line FREE PROGRAM | In this fast-paced legal workshop focused on documentary filmmakers, learn tips and legal strategies for…
C3

C3: Manzanar, Convergent

Special Event C3: Manzanar, Convergent FREE PROGRAM | In this polarized moment, how can the acknowledgement of shared histories really bring about steps…