Fabulous!

26th San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival - March 13-23, 2008

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San Francisco: March 13-23
Berkeley: March 14-22
San Jose: March 21-23

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Ladies of the Night- Michella, Oranju, Bo
Ladies of the Night- Michella, Oranju, Bo
Photo By: dbraller
Scrabbel
Scrabbel
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Dragon Boys Screening
Dragon Boys Screening
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Castro Theater
Castro Theater
Photo By: Steve Rhodes
SFIAAFF on the MUNI bus
SFIAAFF on the MUNI bus
Photo By: Steve Rhodes
Volunteers
Volunteers
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Castro Theater
Castro Theater
Photo By: Steve Rhodes
Directions in Sound
Directions in Sound
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Castro Theater Opening Night
Castro Theater Opening Night
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Taro, Mina, and Chi-hui
Taro, Mina, and Chi-hui
Photo By: amyychan
Film Festival crowd
Film Festival crowd
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Amy with Group
Amy with Group
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Opening night!
Opening night!
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Karaoke with Taro and Theresa
Karaoke with Taro and Theresa
Photo By: geekstinkbreath
Men of the Night
Men of the Night
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Kiiiiiii !
Kiiiiiii !
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Yul Kwon
Yul Kwon
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Closing Night Party
Closing Night Party
Photo By: Steve Rhodes
Men of Opening Night
Men of Opening Night
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Mr. Jimmy Mirikitani
Mr. Jimmy Mirikitani
Photo By: jazbek
Audience members
Audience members
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Box Office
Box Office
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Party Time
Party Time
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Pickpocket's Adoring Fan
Pickpocket's Adoring Fan
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DJ Zita
DJ Zita
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SFIAAFF Staff Partying
SFIAAFF Staff Partying
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Eric Byler accepting an award
Eric Byler accepting an award
Photo By: jazbek
Volunteers, Sam and Bao
Volunteers, Sam and Bao
Photo By: m0chamonkey
Frank and the shorts filmmakers
Frank and the shorts filmmakers
Photo By: chanarchy


 
Actually, Love Shorts Programs
Program Running Time is 97mins

The development of romance and love can be infinitely exciting. At the same time, the path is delicate and sometimes can end disappointingly. Even so, we hope the outcome can bring us everything we need. What unfolds in these elegant, quirky tales capture many of love’s twirls. In Person: Frank Yeean Chan, Wesley Chan, G. Allen Johnson, Juli Kang, Nelson Kim, Joyce Wong

Meeting Amber Meeting Amber
Directed By: Azharr Rudin
Malaysia | 2006 | 11mins

Public transportation can be opportunistic spots for romantic encounters…but one needs a little courage and good timing.
Learning to Fly Learning to Fly
Directed By: G. Allen Johnson
USA | 2008 | 3mins

In this Murakami-esque tale, Natalie realizes today is the day and takes her life into her own hands.
It’s Over It’s Over
Directed By: Lee Jung-ah
South Korea | 2006 | 12mins

When Hee-yeon confesses her love to So-jung, love’s possibilities suddenly become more refreshing and new.
Since You’ve Been Ong Since You’ve Been Ong
Directed By: Frank Yeean Chan
USA | 2007 | 4mins

When Elizabeth Ong fails to show up for a date with her three friends, they all recount the day’s events through their selective memories.
Long Distance Long Distance
Directed By: Nelson Kim
USA | 2007 | 15mins

During a first encounter, two strangers try to close in on the space between them. When it seems that they won’t be able to figure out how, the woman finally puts her finger on it.
The Spare The Spare
Directed By: Wesley Chan
USA | 2007 | 5mins

In this sweet tale, two lovebirds must grapple with one’s decision to leave for America. Their nuanced communication (and a spare orange toothbrush) heal the feeling of uncertainty.
Banana Bruises Banana Bruises
Directed By: Joyce Wong
Canada | 2006 | 12mins

Nerd alert. NERD ALERT. Can Yu-Gi-Oh cards and SAT scores be enough to finally bring Matthew and Chloe together?
From Alex to  Alex From Alex to Alex
Directed By: Alison Kobayashi
Canada | 2006 | 6mins

In a dashingly tender letter, Alex spills her romantic interest to Alex. This unique portrayal of young love uses identity memorabilia to examine everyday teen­age dilemmas.
Damn the Past! Damn the Past!
Directed By: Juli Kang
USA | 2007 | 29mins

Mario, a mute auto mechanic, falls in love with Gloria at first sight. His quest to be with the girl of his dreams doesn’t come easy when he can only express himself in song.
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