RSVP: A Short Film Series & Panel Discussion
Details
Hi all - we are excited to announce our 2nd installation in the Saint Louis Asian Film Series! Come join us for for an afternoon dedicated to free screenings of several AAPI stories, exploring cultural identity, and discussing Asian representation in media.
Time: Saturday, May 23rd, 12-2pm
Location: Webster University Browning Hall, 8274 Big Bend Blvd
RSVP: RSVP Link!
This event is made possible by the generous support of our community partners. We would like to extend a special thanks to Webster University, STL JACL (Japanese American Citizens League), and GKF (Gateway Korea Foundation) for helping us co-sponsor this event.
The Program
We will be screening a series short films covering Asian and Asian American stories, followed by a panel discussion covering Asian representation in media. Stick around for snacks and refreshments.
Featured Films
AAPI Voices: Oral History Project
- A series of three short animations directed by Webster University students that bring local AAPI stories and legacies to life.
Nai Nai & Wai Po
- A heartwarming and humorous documentary following two inseparable grandmothers who remind us that aging doesn't mean losing your spark.
Bao
- An Oscar-winning Pixar short about a Chinese mother dealing with empty nest syndrome when one of her dumplings comes to life.
Counterfeit Kunkoo
- A poignant look at the social stigmas and housing challenges faced by a single woman in Mumbai.
The Panelists
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Elaine Cha, Host and Producer, St. Louis on the Air, STLPR
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Ella Jin Eckert, Video Creator and Filmmaker
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Vin Ko, Dir. Of Community Engagement at NinePBS