Registration is now open for the 2012 72 Hour Film Shootout on our Shootout Website page.

Here are some dates and details. We are excited to welcome the following judges to this year’s Shootout:

Marci Philips, Executive Director of Primetime Casting for ABC Entertainment; Producer Teddy Zee (Charlie’s Angels); Director/Cinematographer Eric Lin (Exploding Girl); Actor and Producer Brian Yang (Hawaii 5-0); Actor James Kyson Lee (Heroes); and Actor Michelle Krusiec (Saving Face).

And be sure to mark your calendars for:

May 10, 2012 - The Second in a Series of Filmmaking Panels, free for AAFL members and a huge plus for any filmmakers who plan to compete in the Shootout!  You can register for the Shootout at these events at a discounted price!

June 12, 2012 - The deadline for regular registration for the 72 Hour Film Shooutout!

June 15, 2012 - The LAUNCH PARTY of the 72 Hour Film Shooutout, at which time the THEME for the the 2012 Shootout will be announced!

June 18, 2012 - Shootout film submission deadline.

July 28, 2012 - Screening of Top 10 Shootout films and special awards ceremony at the Asian American International Film Festival in New York City, followed by a VIP WRAP PARTY!

More details to come.

THE ASIAN AMERICAN FILM LAB ANNOUNCES
THE 8TH ANNUAL 72 HOUR FILM SHOOTOUT IN COLLABORATION WITH ASIAN CINEVISION

New York, NY – March 1, 2012 – The Asian American Film Lab (AAFilmLab) is pleased to announce the Eighth Annual 72 Hour Film Shootout (“Shootout”) will take place this summer under the auspices of and in collaboration with Asian CineVision. The Shootout is a nationwide competition in which filmmaking teams are given a common theme at the start and then have 72 hours to write, shoot, edit, and complete short films up to five minutes in length. Teams compete for cash, prizes and the chance to have their films screened at film festivals, both nationally and internationally.  The competition creates a valuable opportunity for Asian American filmmakers to demonstrate their talent, gain exposure in the entertainment industry and impact the visibility of Asian American stories and characters in film. One of the Shootout requirements is that at least one key production member (e.g., director, producer or writer) and a principal actor from each team must be of Asian descent.

More

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Thanks to everyone who participated in our previous programing.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

http://www.AAFilmLab.org

Making Your First Short Film - 
Tips and Strategies for the First Time Filmmaker

RSVP Now to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

With the 2012 72 Hour Film Shootout soon approaching, writer/director J.P. Chan will share his thoughts and experiences on getting your first short film off the ground. This audience-led event will answer your questions (and then some) on how to get started and will include a screening of some of J.P.‘s short films. This evening is geared towards those with little or no previous filmmaking experience and will provide an overview of the filmmaking process. 

J.P. Chan (http://www.jpchan.com) is a self-taught filmmaker and playwright living in New York City. J.P.‘s award-winning short films have screened at film festivals around the world including Slamdance, SXSW, Tribeca, and Comic-Con. He also teaches DON’T QUIT YOUR DAY JOB, a popular filmmaking workshop based on his experiences making films while holding down full-time employment. J.P. holds a graduate degree in urban planning from NYU and was born in New Jersey to working-class immigrant parents.

Date: Thursday, April 12, 2012

Time: 7:00pm until 9:00pm

Location: The Azure Lounge, 333 E 91 St., New York, NY

Seating will be limited. RSVP to industryspotlight@aafilmlab.org

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Thanks to everyone who participated in our previous events.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

http://www.AAFilmLab.org

THE ASIAN AMERICAN FILM LAB ANNOUNCES
THE 8TH ANNUAL 72 HOUR FILM SHOOTOUT IN COLLABORATION WITH ASIAN CINEVISION

New York, NY – March 1, 2012 – The Asian American Film Lab (AAFilmLab) is pleased to announce the Eighth Annual 72 Hour Film Shootout (“Shootout”) will take place this summer under the auspices of and in collaboration with Asian CineVision. The Shootout is a nationwide competition in which filmmaking teams are given a common theme at the start and then have 72 hours to write, shoot, edit, and complete short films up to five minutes in length. Teams compete for cash, prizes and the chance to have their films screened at film festivals, both nationally and internationally.  The competition creates a valuable opportunity for Asian American filmmakers to demonstrate their talent, gain exposure in the entertainment industry and impact the visibility of Asian American stories and characters in film. One of the Shootout requirements is that at least one key production member (e.g., director, producer or writer) and a principal actor from each team must be of Asian descent.

AAFilmLab’s first female president, Jennifer Betit Yen, Past President, David Hou, and Advisory Board Member, Peter Chin, will be overseeing the 2012 Shootout programming.  The management team will be coordinating a series of spring workshops to prep filmmakers for the Shootout with industry panels on virtually every aspect of filmmaking—from lighting to cameras.  “The Shootout is a pressure cooker for creativity,” says David Hou.

Jennifer Betit Yen concurs, noting, “[t]his is an exciting time for Asian Americans particularly with Jeremy Lin almost single-handedly changing perceptions about Asian American athletes and opening up a national dialogue on race.  Like Asian American athletes, Asian Americans in entertainment are too often an invisible minority.  AAFilmLab seeks to promote and encourage Asian American filmmakers and to ensure their stories are told.”

The specific details of the 8th Annual 72 Hour Film Shootout will be announced in June 2012.  The top ten (10) finalists will screen at the New York Asian American International Film Festival organized by Asian CineVision (July 25-August 5, 2012).  For further information about AAFilmLab and the Shootout, including viewing past winning films, please visit us on the web at http://www.aafilmlab.org and http://www.72hourfilmshootout.com.

About Asian American Film Lab

The Asian American Film Lab (AAFilmLab) began as collaborative of New York-based filmmakers whose goals are to hone their craft and to share their knowledge, experience and resources. The membership has grown to comprise professionals, artists and other talented individuals who all share the common goal of creating great film and promoting Asian American filmmakers and the visibility of their stories and characters in film and television.

AAFilmLab’s programming includes filmmaking workshops with industry professionals, screenwriting contests, and film competitions including the annual 72 Hour Film Shootout. This annual competition has inspired hundreds of filmmakers by helping nascent talent take brave steps towards a filmmaking career.

Asian American Film Lab is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Membership and all contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

http://www.aafilmlab.org

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About Asian CineVision (ACV) and the Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF)

Asian CineVision, Inc is a not-for-profit national media arts organization committed to the development, exhibition, promotion and preservation of film and video by artists of Asian descent. Founded in 1975 ACV continues to serve the Asian American media arts community by promoting the works of Asian independent and Asian American filmmakers to the broadest possible audiences, providing a window to the diverse experiences of the Asian Diaspora.

Founded in 1978, AAIFF is the first and longest running festival in the U.S. to exhibit the film and video work by media artists of Asian descent and about the Asian American experience. Now in its 35th year AAIFF continues to be a leading showcase for Asian American and Asian independent film and video. For more information about ACV and AAIFF visit: http://www.asiancinevision.org

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Thanks to everyone who participated in our previous programing.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

http://www.AAFilmLab.org

Industry Spotlight: Cindy Cheung on “Developing The Solo Show.”
Thurs., March 15, 7-9PM

This Industry Spotlight is a must for any actor who is looking for effective autonomous ways to create your own work. Cindy Cheung is the writer and performer of SPEAK UP CONNIE, directed by BD Wong, and will explain the considerations that went into writing and performing her solo piece.

Cindy will talk about her own experiences, including:
figuring out what you want to write about, negotiating what personal stories to share, the unique situation of being alone on stage for 75 minutes, the power of generating one’s own work, collaborating with a director, as well as some technical ins and outs and marketing. We will have an open Q&A afterwards so bring your questions!

Cindy Cheung’s film and TV credits include: Children of Invention (Sundance 2009), Lady In The Water, Robot Stories, Falling For Grace, “Bored To Death,” “White Collar,” “Fringe,” “Law and Order,” “L&O:SVU,” “L&O: Criminal Intent”, “One Life To Live” and “Sex and the City.” Theater credits include Middletown (Vineyard), The Sugar House at the Edge of the Wilderness (Ma-Yi), The Seagull and Antigone, (NAATCO), Goodbye Cruel World (Roundtable), Sides: The Fear Is Real… (Ma-Yi/Miyagi), Masha No Home (E.S.T.), W;t (Florida Studio Theater), The First Picture Show (A.C.T.), A Christmas Carol (South Coast Rep), Sweeney Todd and Into The Woods (East West Players). She has an MFA from A.C.T. and continues to develop her solo show, SPEAK UP CONNIE, with director BD Wong.

When:
Thursday, March 15

Where:
TBA, New York, NY
Updates will be available at http://www.facebook.com/events/211731425592323/
or www.aafilmlab.org

Time:
7PM to 9PM
Reception to Follow (Suggested Donation of $5.00 is welcomed to offset costs/expenses. Thank you!)
Please be on time.

Please RSVP via our Facebook Event and/OR email (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) with “RSVP March 15th” in subject line.

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SUBMIT FOR “Unfinished Works” or “Industry Spotlight”
For more information about submitting for our programs “Unfinished Works” or “Industry Spotlight” please go this page:  http://aafilmlab.org/index.php/weblog/news/

To offset costs of maintaining our services to our community, and in the aid of securing a permanent home for the AAFilmLab, we will be accepting donations. The suggested donation is $3.00 - $5.00.

Thanks to everyone who participated in our previous programing.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

http://www.AAFilmLab.org

AAFilmLab CONNECTIONS presents the first networking and social outing of 2012:  a special invitation to the NYC opening night of the award-winning film, LET THE BULLETS FLY, starring Chow Yun-Fat, Carina Lau, and Ge You!

Everyone who purchases a ticket will be entered in a raffle to win a LET THE BULLETS FLY-themed goodie bag, courtesy of Asian American Film Lab and Variance Films! 

The newest film from award-winning director Jiang Wen, starring Chow Yun-Fat, Carina Lau, and Ge You, the movie is currently the highest grossing domestic film of all time in China, and it was announced this week that it’s the frontrunner with the most nominations for this year’s Hong Kong Film Awards.

WHEN:
Friday, March 2

WHERE:
Cinema Village
22 East 12th Street
New York, NY 10003

TIME:
TBA - Evening, but not too late.
Keep your eye here http://www.facebook.com/events/145531532233892/ OR www.aafilmlab.org

RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
EMAIL: Connections Chair, Jennifer Betit Yen, at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) SUBJECT-LINE: “RSVP Opening Night March 2nd”
OR RSVP here: http://www.facebook.com/events/145531532233892/
Depending on the # of replies, we may be able to offer a group discount! 

WINNER TBA!!!

LET THE BULLETS FLY Trailer
Currently on iTunes

LIKE the film on Facebook:
www.facebook.com/LetTheBulletsFly

Visit the Official Website for updates and more information:
www.letthebulletsfly.wellgomovies.com

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AAFilmLab Connections events assist our members in building, supporting and maintaining professional connections in television and film with the goal of supporting other events and programs of Asian Americans and other diverse filmmakers. For more information, please contact our Connections chair, Jennifer Betit Yen at jennifer[at]aafilmlab.org.  For general inquiries, please email info[at]aafilmlab.org.

Thanks to everyone who participated in our previous programs.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

http://www.AAFilmLab.org

Yangtze Repertory Theatre of America in Collaboration with the Asian American Film Lab presents the Staged Reading of “My Brother, My Hero”

Ancient China, time and again an ambitious, young legislator advance his own career at the expense of his tribe until his brother galvanizes the tribe to a doomed rebellion against the empire.

Written by: Jisen John Ho
Directed by: Wayne Chang
Cast: (in aphetically order)
J.B. Alexander, Andy Baldeschwiler, Amy Chang, Lisa Dennett, Alexandra Hellquist, Victoria Lee , Carl Li, Jan Mizushima, Stephen Thornton, and Roger Yeh.

Date: Saturday, February 4th, 2012
Doors Open: 4:40pm
Performance Starts Promptly at: 5:00pm
Location:
Richmond Shepard Theatre
309 East 26th Street (Between 2nd and 1st Street)
New York, NY 10010

Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/events/226742027414781/
Suggested donation: $5.00.
Questions: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

This program is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council.

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Thanks to everyone who participated in our previous programing.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

http://www.AAFilmLab.org

SAVE THE DATE
December 10, 2011
AAFilmLab Connections presents: Annual Winter Networking Gala

AAFilmLab Connections cordially invites you to our 2011 Annual Winter Networking Gala!

Share some holiday cheer and have yourself a merry little cocktail at our 3rd Connections event on December 10, 2011! The party will take place at 8PM in Manhattan—specific location tba!

We will be doing Secret Santa with a networking twist.

RSVPs VIA EMAIL are required by NOV. 30th. Please send your rsvp to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) with the following information:
*name
*occupation
*name of your guest (if any),
*whether you will be bringing a food item or a beverage to share
and
*whether you would like to participate in the Secret Santa Networking Game

Festive attire is welcome!

More details to come, keep posted via http://www.aafilmlab.org or http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=294169133937670

See you then!

UPDATES:
We’re excited to announce we’ll have live musical guest Brad Go performing!

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AAFilmLab Connections events assist our members in building, supporting and maintaining professional connections in television and film with the goal of supporting other events and programs of Asian Americans and other diverse filmmakers. For more information, please contact our Connections chair, Jennifer Betit Yen at jennifer[at]aafilmlab.org or AAFilmLab President, Carl Li, at carl[at]aafilmlab.org. For general inquiries, please email info[at]aafilmlab.org.

Thanks to everyone who participated in our last Unfinished Works on 11/7.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

http://www.AAFilmLab.org

Yangtze Repertory of America and Asian American Film Lab call for script submission for 2012 Stage Reading project.

Starting 2012, The Yangtze Repertory of American and the Asian American Film Lab will produce a Stage Reading series as part of its 2012 Spring productions.

We are currently accepting submissions for full length scripts and screenplays.

Material has to be either one or both criteria:

- Bilingual (Chinese/English)
- Consisting cross-cultural conflicts, events or themes (East meets West, preferably Chinese Culture)

The chosen submission and performers will receive a stipend.
The performance will be on Feb. 4rth, 5-7pm including a Q&A and reception.

Please submit the script, plus a brief synopsis, and any questions ASAP to: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Ongoing Call For “Unfinished Works” & “Industry Spotlight” Topics/Guests, feel free to spread the word :-)

Ongoing Call For “Unfinished Works”
We are continuing going back to our roots with our original workshop format.  It’s an opportunity for us to help support, challenge, and improve our community and each other’s work, grow as a filmmakers and strengthen the bonds between us.  It’s a great way of progressing by problem solving while building community.  So, if you have an unfinished work, please bring it in to workshop and join us in creating a safe space for giving and receiving honest feedback for eachother’s Unfinished Work.

We are still seeking “Unfinished Works” to workshop including, but not limited to:
1. Screenplays
2. Films in pre/post production
3. Acting monologues
4. Storyboarding, art direction including set, lighting, costume designs, sound design (including music) and editing choices, a specific scene challenge…basically any thing that isn’t complete that you need an outside perspective on to help you complete your vision.

To submit an “Unfinished Work,” please email (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) with “Unfinished Work” in the subject line, including a description of your project (including format, length, what stage it’s in, & your projected goals for it) as well as the feedback your are seeking.

Ongoing Call for “Industry Spotlight” Discussion Topic/Workshop Proposals:
Would you like some support and exposure for yourself and your work?  Would you like to share your knowledge of an industry topic?  We are seeking persons and topics for workshops, and discussions/panels including, but not limited to:
1. Producers/Producing
2. Screenwriter/Screenwriting
3. Editors/Editing
4. Actors/Acting (Coaches/Teachers, As a business, Monologues Scenes, etc.)
5. Directors/Directing
6. Casting Directors/Casting
7. Agents/Representation
8. ETC… Storyboarding, Art Direction including set, lighting, costume designs, sound design (including music), ....

If you would like more information about doing a workshop or discussion/panel with us, please send your proposal, along with credentials to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), subjectline “Industry Spotlight Submission.”

Sincerely,
AAFilmLab

Upcoming AAFilmLab Schedule:
Saturday, Dec. 10th - AAFilmLab Connections: Winter Networking Gala, 8-11PM

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

Please join us for our upcoming Industry Spotlight, with a wonderful opportunity to meet and hear from Patrick Wang - writer, director and lead actor of the critically acclaimed film IN THE FAMILY.

A New York Times Critics’ Pick
Recently nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature Film
http://www.inthefamilythemovie.com

“A remarkably fresh and unpredictable drama…Beautifully modulated and stylistically sui generis, IN THE FAMILY is also one of the most accomplished and undersold directorial debuts this year…One senses that [Wang] is rediscovering the rules of cinema on his own. This is a career to keep an eye on.” - Paul Brunick, The New York Times

Monday, January 30, 7pm-9pm
Pearl Studios
500 8th Avenue, at 35th Street
Room 402 (listed as ASIAN AMERICAN FILM LAB)

Please RSVP via Facebook, or email, subjectline “Patrick Wang RSVP” to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Please be on time.

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SUBMIT FOR “Unfinished Works” or “Industry Spotlight”
For more information about submitting for our programs “Unfinished Works” or “Industry Spotlight” please go this page:  http://aafilmlab.org/index.php/weblog/news/

To offset costs of maintaining our services to our community, and in the aid of securing a permanent home for the AAFilmLab, we will be accepting donations. The suggested donation is $3.00 - $5.00.

Thanks to everyone who participated in our previous programing.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

http://www.AAFilmLab.org

AAFilmLab Connections: Come to a screening of the powerful and provocative Asian American film IN THE FAMILY, then stay for the Q&A with Director Patrick Wang!

When: Thursday, Nov. 10th, at 10pm TOMORROW
Where: Quad Cinema, 34 West 13th St.
AAFilmLab Contact: Amy Chang, email (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315137165168789

Paul Brunick of The New York Times praises IN THE FAMILY: “A remarkably fresh and unpredictable drama…Beautifully modulated and stylistically sui generis, IN THE FAMILY is also one of the most accomplished and undersold directorial debuts this year… One senses that [Wang] is rediscovering the rules of cinema on his own. This is a career to keep an eye on.” (Full review at http://movies.nytimes.com/2011/11/04/movies/in-the-family-from-patrick-wang-review.html )

Synopsis from official site, www.inthefamilythemovie.com:

In the town of Martin, Tennessee, Chip Hines, a precocious six year old, has only known life with his two dads, Cody and Joey. And a good life it is. When Cody dies suddenly in a car accident, Joey and Chip struggle to find their footing again. Just as they begin to, Cody’s will reveals that he named his sister as Chip’s guardian. The years of Joey’s acceptance into the family unravel as Chip is taken away from him. In his now solitary home life, Joey searches for a solution. The law is not on his side, but friends are. Armed with their comfort and inspired by memories of Cody, Joey finds a path to peace with the family and closer to his son.

Four shows daily: 1:00, 4:00, 7:10, 10:15pm
Call 212-777-FILM #636 or visit MOVIETICKETS.COM
Purchasing tickets in advance is strongly encouraged.

Hope to see you there!!
Amy Chang
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AAFilmLab Connections is our program supporting other events and programs of Asians in film making, and networking, building and maintaining professional relationships in the entertainment industry

Thanks to everyone who participated in our last Unfinished Works on 11/7.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you found our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

http://www.AAFilmLab.org

Congratulations to all participants and winners of this year’s 72 Hour Film Shootout!

We are uploading shootout entries and awards ceremony montage and lead-in nominee videos daily at www.youtube.com/72hourfilmshootout

Pictures from the Awards Ceremony and afterparty on Facebook

Top Ten 2011:
Team Floating Heads - Terra Cotta (Grand Prize Winner)
Team Blue Core - Subject 47 (1st Runner Up)
Team See Yoo Wu - The Assistant and Her Lovely Magician (2nd Runner Up)
Team Fish Grenade - Blue Monster
Team Lee Kim - A Letter From The Yearbook
Team Imua! Theater + Film Company - Dead End
Team Twelve One Studios - Truth*
Team KIS,S - Keen Study
Team MeetUp - The Mark
Team Soy Sauce Chicken - Sawaru

Best Actor & Actress Nominees Video
Best Actor: Tyler Ham Pong, Team Soy Sauce Chicken - Sawaru
Best Actress: Carla Ching, Team Floating Heads, Terra Cotta
Best Editor & Cinematography Nominees Video
Best Editing: Derek Shimoda, Team Fish Grenade - Blue Monster
Best Cinematography: Derek Shimoda, Team Fish Grenade - Blue Monster
Most Original, Best Director & Top Ten Lead-Ins Video
Most Original - Team Urban Mystics - Boxes
Best Director: Yasmine Gomez, Team Floating Heads - Terra Cotta
2nd Chance Award - KS Stevens, Team KS Stevens Productions - Katie & Kaden
Story Award: Team See Yoo Wu - The Assistant and Her Lovely Magician

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Upcoming Asian American FilmLab Schedule (1st Thursday & 2nd Half of the Month):
Thursday, Sept. 1st - Unfinished Works

The Asian American FilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you find our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from Asian American FILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

AAFilmLab

This year’s 72 Hour Film Shootout Awards Ceremony will be presented as part of the Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF) in NYC! Here are the details:

72 HOUR SHOOTOUT AWARDS CEREMONY
Date: Saturday, August 13th
Time: 12PM-2PM
Location: Clearview Chelsea Cinemas, Theater 7
              260 W. 23rd St.
              NYC 10011

We will be screening the TOP 10 Films and giving out awards for the Grand Prize Winner and the 2 Runner-Ups, as well as Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Most Original Use of Theme, The 2nd Chance Award, and the Story Award.

Tickets can be bought online at the following link: http://bit.ly/nPJwXy

Each participating Team will receive 2 FREE tickets to this event. They will be held under your TEAM NAME at the Will Call Desk at the theater.

The Asian American International Film Festival is offering a JULY ticket special! Till the end of July, you can purchase 3 tickets for the price of 2, so if you know a lot of folks who’d like to attend this event, this might be a good deal for them! YOU MUST ORDER TIX BY PHONE TO GET THIS DEAL.

Please come 15 minutes early to the event, so we can get started on time!

AFTERPARTY: UPDATED
Westside Tavern
360 W 23rd St #1, New York, NY 10011-2258
http://m.google.com/u/m/xG​KMdy
1 (212) 366-3738

2PM-4PM

Drink specials - tell bartender you’re with AAFilmLab
$5 Stellas and Yuenglings
$6 drafts and well drinks
$7 flavored Martinis

Our Facebook Invite.

Thanks to everyone who participated in our 7th 72 Hour Film Shootout Events.  Connect and reconnect with those you met at our previous meetings at our Facebook Profile Page and our Facebook Event Invite: Past Events!

Upcoming AAFilmLab Schedule (1st Thursday & 2nd Half of the Month):
Thursday, Aug. 4th - Unfinished Works
Saturday, Aug. 13th - 72 Hour Film Shootout Awards Ceremony at the Asian American International Film Festival, 12 Noon

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better.  If you find our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit.  Thanks!

Asian American Film Lab’s “72 Hour Film Shootout” July 16 - 18. 

For details, judges, prizes and to register online, visit www.72hourfilmshootout.com. 

If you don’t have a team yet, post on our Facebook Profile and the 72 Hour Film Shootout Fan Page.

Also keep an eye out for our Informational Mixer Events on June 30th (NYC) and Launch Party on July 15th POSTED BELOW!!! where we announce the theme worldwide and last minute teams are created!!!!

Need or want to provide music for Shootout participants?

Post your band/dj/performer’s website to facebook.com/72hrshootout.

You can also use the music of featured performers, Late Cambrian and Brad Go, both of which will be performing at our Launch Party, July 15th in NYC, 6 - 8:30PM at Zinc Bar, 82 West 3rd Street.

Late Cambrian
Late Cambrian on iTunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-last-concert/id441171617

A clip of their Spike Hill, Brooklyn performance:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BN9R4Aa8rU

http://www.latecambrian.com

Brad Go
Climb aboard the S.S. Rock and marvel as Captain Brad Go navigates the high seas of heartbreak, lust and love!  Armed with a guitar and a piano, Brad Go sets his songwriting sights high as he sails the stormy seas of the heart.  Ranging from heartbroken croons and triumphant ballads to kick-your-face-off rock tunes, his music might transition to a beautiful ukulele breakdown, or a groovy guitar solo.  Wondering what arrangement Go will play next is half the fun- the other half is enjoying his keen sensibility for rock, love, and pretending to be a pirate.
To use Brad Go’s music, all he asks is that you “like” his page in return.
http://facebook.com/bradgomusic
http://www.bradgo.com

Introducing ‘AAFilmLab Connections’ and Activities Coordinator, Jennifer Betit Yen

To assist us as we expand to include more networking opportunities and forge connections throughout the entertainment community, we are excited to introduce ‘AAFilmLab Connections’ and Activities Coordinator, Jennifer Betit Yen.

Under the umbrella of ‘AAFilmLab Connections’ Jennifer will be coordinating activities within the AAFilmLab community, facilitating closer knit connections and networking opportunities, outside of our other programs, and fostering broader support, presence, and sense of community to the rest of NYC’s extended community of filmmakers, actors, writers, and organizations.

We will kick off ‘AAFilmLab Connections’ with a wine and cheese networking opportunity.

WHEN: Friday, May 27th, 8-11pm in Midtown West.

WHAT TO BRING:
1. a bottle of wine OR your favorite cheese and cracker/fruit and veggie combo to share; and
2. an industry friend (a fellow actor/writer/director/etc) who would like to meet and mingle.

**Not mandatory to bring anything, however, highly encouraged**

WHERE: PLEASE follow RSVP instructions for the address and other details.

RSVP: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) with the following by May 20th:
1. your name & trade
2. guest’s name and trade
3. what food or beverage item you will be bringing.
4.    subject: “May 27th RSVP”

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Upcoming AAFilmLab Schedule (1st Thursday & 2nd Half of the Month):
Thursday, May 19th - “Industry Spotlight”
Thursday, May 27th – “Connections” (NEW PROGRAM)
Thursday, Jun. 9th – “Industry Spotlight”

The AAFilmLab is a not-for-profit organization committed to challenging our membership to continually strive to be better. If you find our programs helpful or were able to find or utilize resources from AAFILMLAB meetings to improve your film, we kindly ask for an appropriate credit. Thanks!

AAFilmLab.org