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Coming of Age
A CURE FOR ALL THINGS
Film
A CURE FOR ALL THINGS
Directed by Katherine Chou
A young woman finds a mysterious vial in her late mother's fridge, transforming her into their ancestors and…
Documentary Features
ACCEPTED
Film
ACCEPTED
Directed by Dan Chen
High school seniors in rural Louisiana are pushed to their breaking point at an unconventional school made famous…
Narrative Features
AMERICANISH
Film
AMERICANISH
Directed by Iman Zawahry
Career-driven sisters and their newly-immigrated cousin must navigate the conflicting demands of romance, culture, work, and family.
BLOOD MOON
Film
BLOOD MOON
Directed by Shruti Parekh
13-year-old Maya prepares to go to her first high school party, until she discovers she's started her period.
Pacific Cinewaves
HOW TO CATCH A TAOTAOMONA
Film
HOW TO CATCH A TAOTAOMONA
Directed by Neil Tinkham
In the jungles of Guam, an overlooked boy tries to convince his skeptical friends to capture a mythological…
CHASING CLOUDS
Film
CHASING CLOUDS
Directed by Candace Ho
A Taiwanese American woman is forced to confront the harsh reality of her mother’s dementia.
Narrative Features
DEFINITION PLEASE
Film
DEFINITION PLEASE
Directed by Sujata Day
A former spelling bee champ struggles to make good on her childhood promise, while contending with a complex…
DEVOTEE
Film
DEVOTEE
Directed by Sharmila Ray
A drifter meets a young guru and her devotees, who open his mind to a new path.
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.
EVERYTHING STAYS
Film
EVERYTHING STAYS
Directed by Cole Bacani
Gabe's cousins have one last chance to tie him down in Illinois, forcing him to decide what’s more…
Documentary Features
FANNY: THE RIGHT TO ROCK
Film
FANNY: THE RIGHT TO ROCK
Directed by Bobbi Jo Hart
The untold story of a 1960s California garage band co-founded by Filipina Americans... groomed to become the female…
FLUID
Film
FLUID
Directed by Sharon Park
A sexually confused college student takes us on a journey of self-discovery and navigating through relationships.
H.A.G.S. (HAVE A GOOD SUMMER)
Film
H.A.G.S. (HAVE A GOOD SUMMER)
Directed by Sean Wang
A portrait of growing up, told through the pages of the filmmaker's middle school yearbook.
HERSELVES
Film
HERSELVES
Directed by Kristy Choi
As the filmmaker imagines her mother’s life before motherhood, questions of freedom, authorship, and filial responsibility emerge.
HIDE AND SEEK
Film
HIDE AND SEEK
Directed by Ragini Bhasin
When an 8-year-old is instructed by her mechanic father to tend to a little boy, she tries various…
KIDS ON FIRE
Film
KIDS ON FIRE
Directed by Kyle Nieva
A boy discovers the power of his sexuality during a religious camp, as he realizes his special role…
Narrative Features
THE GIRL WHO LEFT HOME
Film
THE GIRL WHO LEFT HOME
Directed by Mallorie Ortega
A whimsical musical about a young Filipina on the brink of Hollywood stardom, who is pulled back into…
LITTLE SKY
Film
LITTLE SKY
Directed by Jess X. Snow
Haunted by their childhood memories, a Chinese American pop star returns to their hometown to confront their estranged…
LONELY BLUE NIGHT
Film
LONELY BLUE NIGHT
Directed by Johnson Cheng
An awkward family reunion at a business dinner leads a Chinese mother to realize the consequences of leaving…
Narrative Features
MARVELOUS AND THE BLACK HOLE
Film
MARVELOUS AND THE BLACK HOLE
Directed by Kate Tsang
A teenage delinquent befriends a surly magician who helps her navigate her inner demons and dysfunctional family with…
MOUNTAIN CAT
Film
MOUNTAIN CAT
Directed by Lkhagvadulam Purev-Ochir
A troubled girl is taken to a local shaman for spiritual healing. Trapped by ancient beliefs, she finds…
THE ROSE OF MANILA
Film
THE ROSE OF MANILA
Directed by Alex Westfall
Archival footage and reenactment evoke a formative moment in the life of young Imelda Marcos, the infamous wife…
SOAK
Film
SOAK
Directed by Hannah Bang
A teenager tries to convince her runaway mother to return home.
SOFT SOUNDS OF PEELING FRUIT
Film
SOFT SOUNDS OF PEELING FRUIT
Directed by So Young Shelly Yo
A rebellious Korean American teenager discovers the complexities of her mother’s love.
SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE
Film
SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE
Directed by Jane Chow
In Los Angeles Chinatown, a lonely teenager tries to help her parents keep their seafood restaurant afloat during…
STILL ROLLING
Film
STILL ROLLING
Directed by Liang-Chun Lin
A rookie filmmaker recalls the challenges during a production, and questions her life decisions.
THE EYES OF SUMMER
Film
THE EYES OF SUMMER
Directed by Rajee Samarasinghe
A young girl develops a friendship with a spirit who lives in an abandoned house.
THINGS WE CARRY
Film
THINGS WE CARRY
Directed by Bo Yoon Ha
A closeted Korean woman returns home for her father's funeral, and uncovers a secret that reconnects her to…
TO KNOW HER
Film
TO KNOW HER
Directed by Natalie A. Chao
A poetic exploration of the camera's gaze and a family's relationship with the filmmaker's mother.
WINNING IN AMERICA
Film
WINNING IN AMERICA
Directed by Amrita Singh
While vying for a spot at the prestigious National Spelling Bee, a spelling champ clashes with her immigrant…
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