The Center for Asian American Media presents innovative, engaging Asian American works on public television through their dynamic documentary programs. CAAM is dedicated to presenting stories that convey the richness and diversity of Asian American experiences to the broadest audience possible. We are excited to share programs from CAAMFest for your enjoyment wherever you may be.
The most comprehensive documentary yet about the Asian American experience aired on PBS stations on May 11-12, 2020. Asian Americans is the culmination of years of production by Center for Asian American Media (CAAM), delivering a bold perspective on history that matters today, more than ever. Tune in to the milestone series on PBS. Learn more: http://pbs.org/asianamericans #AsianAmPBS #APAHM
Facebook Live hosted on Thursday, April 30, 2020
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Category: Films
CAAMFest Online: Heritage At Home is proud to start our festival with I WILL MAKE YOU MINE, a powerful narrative a decade in the making. Lynn Chen’s directorial debut packs a tender, yet impactful punch.
Opening Night (House) Party
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Category: Music & Performances
Thursday, May 14, 2020
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Category: Films
A documentary mini-series about women of color as political candidates and organizers who seek to expand the electorate, asking whether democracy can be preserved or made stronger by its most marginalized.
Friday, May 15, 2020
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Category: Films
FIRST VOTE is a rare long-form look at Asian American passions on both sides of the political divide in election battleground states Ohio and North Carolina.
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Category: Films
This is your first look at a new, powerful documentary that showcases the vibrant community who live in SF’s Chinatown. Filmmaker James Q. Chan will join us for a lively conversation about the film and also the state of Chinatown during COVID-19.
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Category: Music & Performances
Filipina American rapper, music producer, and spoken word artist from San Lorenzo, California. Ruby raps in Tagalog, Waray, and English and her raps concern her cultural heritage and her experiences as an immigrant to the United States from the Philippines. We will be sitting down with Ibarra and explore her music career so far and what’s coming next.
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Category: Films
In the year after filmmaker Drama Del Rosario (Loni Ding Award recipient, CAAMFest 37) was sexually assaulted, he looks back on how his mental health is affecting the relationship between him and his partner and how he moves forward in recovery.
THE HALF OF IT WATCH PARTY!
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Category: Films
Join us as we watch CAAMFest Online: Heritage at Home Spotlight Honoree, Alice Wu’s new feature film on NETFLIX. Follow along with CAAM’s Twitter and we will live tweet along with the screening. Do you have thoughts, reflections and/or questions for Alice? If so, tweet them using the hashtag #HeritageAtHome. To watch the film, click here.
Spotlight Conversation: Filmmaker Alice Wu
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Category: Films
A special conversation with SF-based, Award winning Filmmaker Alice Wu (SAVING FACE, THE HALF OF IT).
Thursday, May 21, 2020
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Category: Food Cultures
Baker Jasmine Cho can satisfy a sweet tooth and a hunger for knowledge of Asian American history and identity. Her intricately detailed cookie portraits of Asian American historical figures and stars like Ali Wong have been featured on NPR and Food Network. Come watch her discuss turning cookies into socially minded art and see a demonstration of her artistry. Join us as we sit down and talk to Cho and learn more about her experiences an
Thursday, May 21, 2020
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Category: Films
This shorts program showcases and celebrates local food stories. From Filipino pop-up restaurants to a Japanese American store, we learn more about the people who are passionate about bringing their culture to the Bay Area.
Friday, May 22, 2020
2:00pm – 3:30pm
Category: Films
WITH MY MOTHER is a powerful pairing of two outstanding narrative films that showcase the complex relationship between mothers and daughters. Join us afterwards as we talk to the filmmakers and explore the topics brought up in the films.
Friday, May 22, 2020
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Category: Films
CAAMFest Online: Heritage at Home is thrilled to close our May festival with the 10th anniversary showcase of CAAMFest Spotlight Alum, H.P. Mendoza’s vibrant musical, FRUIT FLY. And not only are we screening the film, it’s a brand new Sing-A-Long (On-Your-Couch) version!
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