DOCUMENTARY SHORTS

In this compelling block of short documentaries, vulnerable filmmakers pursue personal and political history to reveal what it means to leave a legacy. A filmmaker delves into the forgotten history of the Chinese in Cuba through its last descendants (BARRIO CHINO HAVANA). An Iranian woman’s resistance takes the form of documenting street protests from behind windows (MEMORIES OF A WINDOW). A dark preservation lab shows an international student diligently archiving union newspapers (DAILY WORKER). A mothers still waiting for her son vanished as one of many forced disappearance of Sri Lankan Tamils (A FLOWER FALLING BACK INTO THE EARTH). A former USC student reclaims justice and healing in the aftermath of assault (UNFOLDING). A Taiwanese American baker living her dream baking cookies in Paris (COOKIE, LOVE). Together, these stories uncover and archive hidden truths.

  • 98 minutes
  • Languages: English, Mandarin, Persian, Spanish, Sinhala; with English subtitles


    Q&A to follow screening.

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About Austin Asian American Film Festival

The mission of the Austin Asian American Film Festival (AAAFF) is to tell Asian and Asian American stories via media arts and help Asian Americans explore opportunities in cinema. We do this by showcasing the best in new Asian and Asian American cinema at our annual film festival, and through year-round screenings and special events. AAAFF is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.