'Farewell My Concubine': The Lifelong Journey
NYAFF festival director Sam Jamier weighs in on the 1993 Chinese masterpiece, Farewell My Concubine, and why it is still such an incredible cultural phenomenon to this day.
Zhang Lu on 'The Shadowless Tower'
Zhang Lu, renowned for his arthouse Korean films that often portray the lives of outsiders, discusses his latest film, "The Shadowless Tower," and what inspired him to highlight stories of Beijing locals as well as his childhood memories of the city.
'Mahjong,' Yang Guns: Most Appealing Work is Sadder, Sharper, and Funnier
It takes four players to play mahjong, but it turns out our two film reviews here are enough to deliver double the insight – and pulp delight. Enjoy!
‘Made in Hong Kong’: The Revolutionary Nature of Being Young, Dumb, and Stumbling Through It All
Restored to 4K in 2017, "Made in Hong Kong" emerges nearly three decades after its initial release as a poignant testament to the city's spirit during a transformative era. Directed by Fruit Chan, the film paints a gritty, punk-infused portrait of life in 1990s Hong Kong
Liyo Gong on Being an Editor-Turned-Actor, Yuk Hui, and Daoism in Bas Devos’ 'Here'
At the New York Film Festival premiere, UNCAGED interviewed Liyo Gong about her shift from DJ and film editor to acting. Gong, known for editing Wang Bing's films, discussed her role as a second-generation Chinese character and delved into Daoist interpretations of serendipity in the film.
Wim Wenders, Koji Yakusho on the Poetic Minimalism of ‘Perfect Days’
Director Wim Wenders and Koji Yakusho sat with NYAFF director Samuel Jamier for a chat about their latest film. During the conversation, they shared a few of the secrets behind the film (now in select theaters).
NYAFF 2024 Dates Announced: July 12 - 28
The 2024 New York Asian Film Festival will be from July 12 to July 28, 2024 at Film at Lincoln Center and SVA Theatre. Prepare for an exceptional showcase of films from across Asia, along with special events, celebrity appearances, and so much more.
Cheuk Wan-chi and Jacqueline Liu on 'Vital Sign'
Director Cheuk Wan-chi and producer Jacqueline Liu discuss the inspiration for the riveting Vital Sign. This production not only strikes a chord with its local residents but also provides comfort to those living abroad who wrestle with a profound longing for their motherland.
Hiroshi Teshigahara’s 'Pitfall,' a Ghost of the Japanese New Wave’s Art Theatre Guild
Directed by Hiroshi Teshigahara in 1962, Pitfall was the first Japanese film to be distributed by the Art Theatre Guild (ATG), the independent distribution and production company that helped ignite the Japanese New Wave’s radically experimental formalism.
'Millennium Mambo' Is Neon-Lit Nostalgia at Its Finest
Hou Hsiao-Hsien’s time capsule of early-aughts Taipei is 22, and it holds up for a new generation of viewers.
Lee Won-suk and Lee Sun-kyun on 'Killing Romance'
Join acclaimed Korean director Lee Won-suk and late actor Lee Sun-kyun for a lively discussion about their gonzo-comedy "Killing Romance," a unique blend of romance, humor, and suspense that takes viewers on an unpredictable cinematic adventure.
Daishi Matsunaga, Ryohei Suzuki on 'Egoist'
Director Daishi Matsunaga takes us through the intimate landscapes of "Egoist," an LGBTQ+ narrative celebrated for its honest portrayal of love and connection. Matsunaga and actor Ryohei Suzuki explore the film's delicate approach to complex relationships.