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CAAMFest 2014

All Films & Events

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    SHORTS / Canada / 2013 / 7 mins
    From the adorably delectable to the grim and gritty, this collection of Canadian animation is a vast array of imaginative films, some a far cry from your childhood Saturday morning cartoons. These creative media makers bring to life visual tales that are altogether whimsical, unique and surprisingly truthful.

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    SHORTS / Canada / 2013 / 2 mins
    From the adorably delectable to the grim and gritty, this collection of Canadian animation is a vast array of imaginative films, some a far cry from your childhood Saturday morning cartoons. These creative media makers bring to life visual tales that are altogether whimsical, unique and surprisingly truthful.

  3. It’s Not A Prison If You Never Try The Door

    SHORTS / Experimental / 7 mins
    In this collection of experimental and documentary works, cityscapes, rainy days, video diaries and cinema itself are the starting points for adventurous inquiries into the acts of image-making. By repositioning the frame and repurposing the archive, linkages between memory, politics and the image are proposed and unsettled.

  4. Jadoo

    UK / 2013 / Comedy, Drama, Narrative / 84 mins
    In this lighthearted family story, Shalini returns home to announce her engagement. She wants the perfect Indian wedding with a feast prepared by her uncle and father — both chefs. But it has been two decades since they have spoken to one another. Will Shalini’s wedding bring them together?
    Jadoo

    Sundance Kabuki
    March 18, 2014 9:20 pm

    Jadoo

    PFA
    March 21, 2014 8:45 pm


  5. Jazz In Love

    France, Germany, Philippines / 2013 / 75 mins
    Jazz and his German lover, Theo, struggle against culture, family and tradition as well as the thou- sands of miles that lie between them. The film follows Theo’s visit to the Philippines to ask for Jazz’s hand in marriage from reluctant in-laws — can they survive their differences?
    Jazz In Love

    Sundance Kabuki
    March 15, 2014 9:00 pm

    Jazz In Love

    PFA
    March 21, 2014 7:00 pm


  6. Jeepney

    DOCUMENTARY / USA / 2013 / Documentary / 61 mins
    For jeepney drivers in the Philippines, the job pays little for long work days, even more so in the midst of political protest against the overpricing of oil. Esy Casey’s documentary touches on the history and struggles of all those involved in a changing industry.
    Jeepney

    Sundance Kabuki
    March 14, 2014 7:30 pm

    Jeepney

    New People Cinema
    March 20, 2014 6:30 pm


  7. Karaoke Girl

    NARRATIVE / Thailand / 2013 / 77 mins
    A compelling look at the life of a karaoke girl in Bangkok, where poverty, gender and desire tangle to create intractable situations that leave her suffering, and yet sometimes hopeful. Part-documentary, part-fictionalized narrative, this film is sure to touch your heart.
    Karaoke Girl

    New People Cinema
    March 14, 2014 9:30 pm

    Karaoke Girl

    PFA
    March 19, 2014 9:00 pm


  8. Kill Of The Night

    SHORTS / USA / 2013 / 5 mins
    From thrilling horror narratives to confrontations with death and decay, Provocateurs Shorts is a collection of this year’s darkest and most enthralling selections. Perfect for thrill-seekers and fun-loving audiences, this program is a joyride that will tickle and delight you.

  9. The Kingdom and the Beauty

    SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS / Hong Kong / 1959 / 100 mins
    Set in Imperial China, THE KINGDOM AND THE BEAUTY is a gorgeous musical-drama directed by Li Han-hsiang (THE LAST TEMPEST,1976). In this epic tale of a Chinese emperor in love with a country maiden, we are treated to dazzling musical numbers, top-notch acting and cinematography.
    The Kingdom and the Beauty

    The Great Star
    March 15, 2014 2:00 pm


  10. A Lady Caddy Who Never Saw A Hole In One

    SHORTS / Indonesia / 2013 / 15 mins
    CAAM is proud to partner with Asia’s premier Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) to present this unique film exhibition of features and shorts. Marking the inaugural event of the CAAM-BIFF partnership, the Wide Angle Showcase epitomizes the innovative spirit that both organizations share.