"You Are Here" Chinatown Shorts, Open Door Series Screening
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As a part of Chinatown Nightmarket we invite you to come enjoy Chinatown Shorts by amazing James Q.Chan! Get some food at the Market and come here to get to know the colorful people of Chinatown.
Free tickets, suggested donation $10.
About Chinatown Shorts
A documentary series celebrating the lives of some incredible human pillars from the San Francisco Chinatown community and beyond.
YOU ARE HERE is a statement of belonging, an affirmation and validation, each portrait is a unique entry point into our beloved and historic neighborhood. For more information, visit:
chinatownshorts.com
This time we're showing:
CURIOSITY MAN: The World of Victor Tung 16 min, doc short, 2022
With an emerging international following, Chinatown’s colorful artist and preeminent couture designer infuses a lifetime of memories into his creations: paintings, photographs, sculptures, and one-of-a-kind wearable pieces of art – inspiring endless creativity for all who experience his dynamic work.
Dir. Corey Tong, Penelope Wong
Becoming Polka Dot 26 min, doc short, 2022
No longer just clothing, Dorothy Quock's hand-made wardrobe are her personal artifacts that embody the singular and extraordinary life of this 88-year-old colorful fashionista, social justice activist, and community treasure. (Winner, Best Documentary, River + Redwoods Film Festival 2023)
Dir. James Chan