Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
Philly honors Asian American films and filmmakers: October 9-11
Description
Date: 10/9/2009 – 10/11/2009
Locations:
Philadelphia International House // 3701 Chestnut Street
Asian Arts Initiative // 1219 Vine Street
Schedule:
Click here for the full schedule of events.
Tickets:
Not yet available.
General Description
The second annual Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival (PAAFF) will celebrate Asian American filims and filmmakers from October 9-11, 2009.
The Festival will showcase six feature films, 5 documentaries and 25+ short films. For info about the films, click here.
The films are primarily in English, so they are accessible outside the Asian American community. The festival includes film screenings, Q&A’s, parties and even a few celebrity appearances.
Screenings will be held at the Ibrahim Library at the International House (3701 Chestnut Street) and at the Asian Arts Initiative (1219 Vine Street).
For the full schedule of events, click here. Tickets are not yet available, but will be soon. If you’re interested in keeping up-to-date with the festival happenings, make sure to sign up for their newsletter here.
Details
3701 Chestnut Street
Ibrahim Library at the International House
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 948-2750
Website
Neighborhood:
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Independence Hall
Unearthing A Masterpiece at the Penn Museum
Dock Street Brewery and Restaurant
Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing
The Continental Restaurant and Martini Bar
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Sesame Place
Marsh Creek State Park
National Museum of American Jewish History
Philadelphia Phillies