In this compelling block of short documentaries, bold filmmakers pursue truth to uncover the layered depths of our humanity. A Palestinian filmmaker reclaims archival footage of wild flowers to interrogate the politics of land, representation, and erasure (THE FLOWERS STAND SILENTLY, WITNESSING). In an Oxford Thai restaurant, the complexities of home and displacement simmer quietly beneath the surface (HOME AND AWAY). Two Vietnamese refugees recall their surreal entanglement with Hollywood during the filming of Apocalypse Now (WE WERE THE SCENERY). A daughter's return to South Korea initiates a confrontation with intergenerational trauma, exposing the enduring cycles of domestic violence (WELCOME HOME FRECKLES), while in South India, a mother’s unwavering support for her trans daughter becomes an act of radical love (AMMA’S PRIDE). Together, these stories lift the veil on cultural memory, displacement, and resilience in our time.
Languages: English, Korean, Vietnamese, Tamil; with English subtitles
Q&A to follow screening.
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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.