2008 Chicago Asian American Showcase

If you are in the Chicago Area, drop by the 13th edition of “Asian American Showcase”. The showcase runs from April 11 through 24. This year’s theme is “Lucky 13”. They will celebrate film and video production by Asian American directors through 13 Chicago-premiere programs and a “Lucky 13”-themed exhibition by Asian American artists in their gallery/café.

Details:

April 11-24, 2008

Gene Siskel Film Center

164 North State Street

Chicago Il 60601

Here’s some of the films in the lineup:

Opening Night – Ping Pong Playa

Closing Night – Santa Mesa

Other films of note include “Vincent Who?” and “West 32nd”

Directors scheduled to appear include Michael Kang (West 32nd), Amyn Kaderali (Kissing Cousins), and Frances Hsueh and Steven Hahn (Pretty to Think So)

Playing tonight is “Kissing Cousins”. Watch the trailer below.

You can see the program guide here:

Read this doc on Scribd: 2008 Chicago Asian American Showcase

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