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Special Presentations

Our Special Presentations highlight powerful, timely works and curated experiences that bring people together–creating space for connection, reflection, and dialogue. Rooted in collaboration with filmmakers and community partners, these programs are shaped by and for the communities we serve, ensuring that these stories foster a sense of belonging, visibility, and shared understanding.

Animation, Narrative Features, Special Presentations

Another World

Film Another World Directed by Tommy NG Kai Chung Spirit guide Gudo befriends a young girl named Yuri, whose death has cursed her with rage and regret—…
Special Presentations, VC Presents

IN MEMORIAM: CHRISTINE CHOY

Program IN MEMORIAM: CHRISTINE CHOY An evening in honor of Christine Choy, celebrating the life and legacy of a trailblazing filmmaker whose fearless…
Documentary Features, Special Presentations

Edmund Soohoo: The Heart of Chinatown

Film Edmund Soohoo: The Heart of Chinatown Directed by Walt Louie A heartfelt tribute to Edmund Soohoo, a beloved community leader from LA's Chinatown, whose life of selfless dedication…
Documentary Features, Special Presentations

Far East L.A. – Barrio Beats x Taiko Streets

Film Far East L.A. – Barrio Beats x Taiko Streets Directed by Jun Shimizu, Rubén Guevara III FAR EAST L.A. is a community-based, four-part documentary series which explores the historic connections between Little Tokyo and…
Documentary Features, Special Presentations

LET THE CITY SPEAK

Film LET THE CITY SPEAK Directed by Akira Boch A Chicano rock band from East Los Angeles finds lasting purpose in the mountains of Chiapas, Mexico, fusing…
Narrative Features, Special Presentations

The Arch

Film The Arch Directed by T'ang Shushuen Adapting a Chinese folktale about a widow torn between her amorous desires and moral obligations, the film examines…
Narrative Features, Special Presentations

THE FURIOUS

Film THE FURIOUS Directed by Kenji Tanigaki After the daughter of Wang Wei (Xie Miao) is kidnapped by a criminal network and he receives no…