At the New York Asian Film Festival in July, a panel of experts discussed the current state and future of Asian film distribution, grappling with the paradox of a growing audience and a dwindling number of independent theaters.
She transformed the landscape of martial arts cinema, lifting female characters from the shadows of sidekick status into the fierce, commanding spotlight of lead roles.
A gruff yakuza ropes an awkward choir kid into his karaoke contest scheme, kicking off a goofy tale that pokes fun at life's stranger moments. It's a quirky ride, but underneath the laughs are some honest insights about growing up and finding your place in the world.
Director Sean Wang shared insights into his journey from making skateboarding videos on YouTube to creating award-winning films in a recent interview with Asian A.V. Club.
Director Wei Shujun focuses on the spaces between plot lines, creating a unique narrative that invites viewers to engage with its subtleties.
In her debut film, writer-director Nelicia Low intricately captures the push-and-pull between the film's main characters, drawing from her own relationship with her autistic older brother, and her collaboration with international partners.
With a blend of historical reflection and visceral horror, the zombie flick is a chilling reminder of how war profoundly transforms people, both physically and deep within.
A raw and unflinching portrayal of the lives of women on Indonesia’s Rote Island, the film strips away sentimentality to reveal the stark realities of childbirth, motherhood, and the relentless grip of patriarchy.
Our UNCAGED contributor swore she wouldn't join the tear parade of early viewers in Asia (not a weeper, she claimed). Despite calling it a keen observation of familial relationships and values rather than a heavy drama, she still found herself reaching for the tissues. Blame it on the congee.
Our UNCAGED contributor sat down with the "filmmaking cyclone" to talk about how he seemingly cloned himself to make five films in one year. Not literally, but it appeared that way given how quickly he produces action films.
Renowned international stars and acclaimed filmmakers expected to attend NYAFF’s Opening Night red carpet and present some of the festival’s most anticipated premieres
This year’s festival features a record 90 world, international, and North American premieres, celebrated industry guests, and 20 feature debuts.
