Behind the Curtain: The Art and Advocacy of Asian American Film Programming

Asian American film festivals have always been spaces for celebrating our voices. But how does a film actually make it into a festival lineup? And what are the benefits of including niche festivals into your circuit strategy? In this panel we will dive into the mechanics of the selection process, as well as explore year-round resources available to filmmakers, the challenges of the current industry, and how festivals are evolving to champion the next generation of AAPI storytellers. 

Featuring Pulkit Datta (International South Asian Film Festival of Canada), Francis Cullado (Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival), Susan Chinsen (Boston Asian American Film Festival), and Joseph Carranza (Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival) in conversation with Kayla Wong (Asian American International Film Festival).