Third Act is a bittersweet father-son story from director Tadashi Nakamura (AAAFF 2021 documentary short film winner Atomic Café: The Noisiest Corner in J-Town), capturing his intimate journey with legendary Asian American artist and activist Robert A. Nakamura after a Parkinson’s diagnosis forces them to confront mortality, legacy, and healing. Through the lens of four generations of Japanese Americans, this tender yet powerful film explores the interwoven threads of family, art, and unprocessed historical trauma—revealing how the act of filmmaking itself becomes an act of love and reconciliation.
Languages: English, Japanese; with English subtitles
Q&A to follow screening.
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.