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CAAMFest 2013

Special Presentations

CAAMFest offers unique live events with media makers almost daily.This year’s Special Presentations include a celebration of the sixtieth anniversary of Astro Boy, a talk with Singaporean director Royston Tan, a preview of the novel The School for Good and Evil, and the return of the notorious Nice Girls Crew.


  1. 15

    Royston Tan / Special Presentations / Singapore / 2003 / 90 mins
    High-velocity angst in an artificial Eden, Royston Tan’s irreverent first feature dredges up an underworld of teen dropouts, druggies and dead-enders in Singapore. The screening of 15 will be followed by a conversation between Royston Tan and the critic/artist/filmmaker Valerie Soe.

  2. 881

    Royston Tan / Special Presentations / Singapore / 2007 / 115 mins
    Singapore’s resident bad-boy Royston Tan pays tribute to his country’s kitschiest love—getai, stage musicals that are part small-time Vegas revues and full-time campy fun—in this delirious comedy involving the Papaya Sisters, who dream of winning a national contest.

  3. American Narrative: The Muslim Protagonist

    Special Presentations / Conversation / 90 mins
    AMERICAN NARRATIVE: THE MUSLIM PROTAGONIST is a highlighted conversation at CAAMFest 2013 that uses Mira Nair's "The Reluctant Fundamentalist" as a launching point to address relevant issues affecting American Muslims, and by extension many religious groups and communities of color. This discussion will bring together key speakers along with community members to address vital social and political issues, including the disturbing acts of violence against Muslim and Sikh communities, the representation of Muslims in national media, and the rise of Muslim artists, performers and thought leaders.
    American Narrative: The Muslim Protagonist

    Union Bank Community Room
    March 23, 2013 4:00 pm Admission is FREE with proof of one festival event purchase (CAAMFest ticket or receipt) / $5 entry at door / Cash only


  4. Astro Boy: The 60th Anniversary Exhibition

    Special Presentations
    Our Astro Boy exhibition will have on hand many rare items to celebrate the anniversary of this global hero, including TV episodes, classic manga and video games to play!
    Astro Boy: The 60th Anniversary Exhbition

    SuperFrog Gallery
    March 22, 2013 7:00 pm


  5. Astro Boy: The Movie (Spotlight)

    David Bowers / Special Presentations / USA / 2009 / Family / 94 mins
    Astro Boy is a young robot with incredible powers created by a genius scientist who dreams of replacing the son that he’s lost in a fatal car accident. This 2009 adaptation of the famous manga is filled with a devoted fan’s loving appreciation for the history of the series.
    Astro Boy: The Movie (Spotlight)

    New People
    March 22, 2013 5:30 pm Buy Tickets Buy Tickets


  6. E Haku Inoa: To Weave A Name

    Christen Hepuakoa Marquez / Special Presentations, Pacific Islanders in Communication Showcase / USA / 2013 / Documentary, Feature, Television / 57 mins
    This heartbreakingly rich documentary tells of a multi-racial Hawai‘ian woman’s search for the meaning of her lengthy Hawai‘ian name, given to her by her schizophrenic mother. With short Piko.

    Preceded by: Piko

    E Haku Inoa: To Weave A Name

    New People
    March 16, 2013 12:15 pm Buy Tickets Buy Tickets

    E Haku Inoa: To Weave A Name

    Sundance Kabuki Cinemas
    March 21, 2013 8:50 pm Buy Tickets Buy Tickets


  7. Let’s Play Music! Slack Key with Cyril Pahinui and Friends

    Na'alehu Anthony / Special Presentations, Pacific Islanders in Communication Showcase / USA / 2013 / 57 mins
    This intimate portrait showcases Cyril, his friends and family as they perform, relax and “talk story” about the music and culture of Hawai’i. With short Lina‘La‘Lusong.

    Preceded by: Lina’La’ Lusong

    Let’s Play Music! Slack Key with Cyril Pahinui and Friends

    Sundance Kabuki Cinemas
    March 17, 2013 2:30 pm Buy Tickets Buy Tickets

    Let’s Play Music! Slack Key with Cyril Pahinui and Friends

    New People
    March 20, 2013 6:45 pm Buy Tickets Buy Tickets


  8. Lina’La’ Lusong

    PIC Micronesian Filmmakers' Workshop / Special Presentations / Guam / 2011 / 4 mins
    The lusong, a traditional mortar for food and medicine, has withstood the test of time, enduring conquest, occupation and the elements, to serve as a symbol of survival and permanence for the people of Guam. This short was collaboratively directed by the participants of the PIC Micronesian Filmmaker's Workshop of Guam.

    Precedes: Let’s Play Music! Slack Key with Cyril Pahinui and Friends

    Precedes:
    Let’s Play Music! Slack Key with Cyril Pahinui and Friends

    Sundance Kabuki Cinemas
    March 17, 2013 2:30 pm Buy Tickets Buy Tickets

    Precedes:
    Let’s Play Music! Slack Key with Cyril Pahinui and Friends

    New People
    March 20, 2013 6:45 pm Buy Tickets Buy Tickets


  9. The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven 3D

    Da Su, Chen Zhihong / Special Presentations / China / 2011 / Family / 92 mins
    Follow the magical adventures of the mischievous Monkey King in this frame-by-frame restoration and 3D rendering of the 1961 Chinese animation classic. This gorgeous film boasts over 130,000 hand-made ink drawings and an opulent soundtrack inspired by Beijing Opera.
    Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven 3D

    Sundance Kabuki Cinemas
    March 20, 2013 7:00 pm Rush Only


  10. Nice Girls Crew: Season 2

    Tanuj Chopra / Special Presentations / USA / 2013 / Bay Area Connection, Comedy, Narrative, Women / 50 mins
    They’re baaaaack! Sheetal Sheth, Lynn Chen and Michelle Krusiec play the Nice Girls in the second season of this web-based comedy about three best frenemies and their cray cray antics in a book club. Leonardo Nam, Parvesh Cheena, and the iconic Tsai Chin join the crew for an unforgettable mix of taut one-liners and explosive conversations.
    Nice Girls Crew: Season 2

    Sundance Kabuki Cinemas
    March 16, 2013 8:00 pm Rush Only

    Nice Girls Crew: Season 2

    New People
    March 22, 2013 8:00 pm Rush Only