VAFF ([info]vaff1996) wrote in [info]vancouver,
@ 2007-11-03 00:53:00
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VAFF, Day 3

(sorry.  once again, x-posted.)

Today (Saturday) is Day 3 of the Vancouver Asian Film Festival.

Here are some highlights:
-Hiros and Villains Panel Discussion: a look into the reality of Asian representation in the media today (geeky model minority?  ultra violent gang member?)  - Saturday, Nov. 3rd, 11am

-The Irony of it All: a program of short films, including the winners of this summer's Mighty Asian Moviemaking Marathon (MAMM) competition - Saturday, Nov. 3rd, 1:30pm

-Immigrant Stories: the lives of three immigrants from various backgrounds are explored - Saturday, Nov. 3rd, 3:30pm

-In the Director's Chair with Justin Lin: a special seminar featuring Justin Lin (in attendance), the director of films such as Fast & the Furious: Tokyo Drift, Annapolis, and Better Luck Tomorrow; special appearance by actor, Roger Fan; Q&A; possible autographing opportunity - Saturday, Nov. 3rd, 5:30pm

-Chick Flick Mix, Falling for Grace: a story of identity and life, featuring Margaret Cho, Ken Leung, Christine Baranski, Roger Rees, Clem Cheung, and Elizabeth Sung - Saturday, Nov. 3rd, 7:30pm

-Asian Male Libido, Shanghai Kiss: a Chinese-American actor moves to Shanghai to connect with his ancestry; starring Ken Leung, Hayden Panettiere, and Kelly Hu; guest host in attendance: Grace Park  - Saturday, Nov. 3rd, 9:45pm

All screenings take place at Tinseltown Cinemas.  Matinees are $6.  Evenings are $8.  Membership is $1.  Tickets are available at the door.

For more information, please visit the website.

See you there!




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[info]vaff1996
2007-11-03 04:02 pm UTC (link)
Sorry, I should have been more clear. No, she's not. She's in a film (called 'Falling for Grace') that we're featuring in our festival.

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