The Asian American Association (AAA) at the University of California at Davis proudly hosts its fifth annual film festival, to be held on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday nights between May 6-16, 2008 in the 194 Chemistry Building on the UC Davis campus. The Asian American Association Film Festival’s (AAAFF) mission is to promote cultural awareness and to empower Asian Americans by presenting the issues and realities of the Asian American community otherwise ignored or stereotyped by mainstream media. Last year over 1,000 community members attended the festival. All events are FREE and open to the public.

Here’s the current line up for 2008

Tues. May 6: Colma: the Musical

Thurs. May 8: Dark Matter

Fri. May 9: Journey from the Fall

Tues. May 13: New Year Baby

Thurs. May 15: Tie a Yellow Ribbon

Fri. May 16: American Pastime + Student Films

Watch the trailer for the Asian American Association Film Festival:

For the opening night film, see the trailer for Colma:The Musical