The Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival (PAAFF) is an annual film festival in Philadelphia that shows feature films and short films by and about Asian Americans. Run by the nonprofit Philadelphia Asian American Film and Filmmakers, the 10-day festival takes place in November,[2] with additional screenings held year-round.[3] Events and films expose audiences to the diverse Asian American experience.[4][5]
| Location | Philadelphia |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2008[1] |
| Language | English |
| Website | http://www.phillyasianfilmfest.org |
The first annual festival took place on October 9–12, 2008, catalyzed by the growth of filmmaking and the many Asian Americans in the area.[6]
The 2016 festival showed 70 films and hosted discussions with filmmakers, celebrity chef catering, live music and art and theater performances, and an academic conference. It drew more than 5,000 attendees, including 36 curators and filmmakers.[7]
Many films are screened at International House of Philadelphia in University City and the Asian Arts Initiative in Chinatown North,[8] with additional screenings at community organizations throughout Philadelphia.
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References edit
- ^ Högerle, Erin Franziska (2020-10-26). Asian American Film Festivals: Frames, Locations, and Performances of Memory. Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. ISBN 978-3-11-069653-0.
- ^ @adamorosi, A.D. Amorosi |. "Long haul: Asian-American Film Festival celebrates 10 years in Philadelphia". PhiladelphiaWeekly.com. Retrieved 2018-03-10.
- ^ "Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival". FilmFreeway. Retrieved 2018-03-10.
- ^ @adamorosi, A.D. Amorosi |. "Long haul: Asian-American Film Festival celebrates 10 years in Philadelphia". PhiladelphiaWeekly.com. Retrieved 2018-03-10.
- ^ "Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival is gearing up for its biggest year yet - Generocity Philly". Generocity Philly. 2016-11-01. Retrieved 2018-03-10.
- ^ "Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival 2018 in Philadelphia, PA | Everfest". Everfest.com. Retrieved 2018-03-10.
- ^ "Asian-American films and filmmakers honored through film festival". PhillyVoice. 2016-10-20. Retrieved 2018-03-10.
- ^ "Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival". Philadelphia - Official Visitor Site - visitphilly.com. Retrieved 2018-03-10.
External links edit
- Official website
- Asian American Film Festival Opens For 4th Year in Philadelphia, CBS Philly, Wednesday, November 2, 2011
- Philadelphia Weekly Recommends Asian American Film Festival, Philadelphia Weekly, Wednesday, November 2, 2011
