HAAPIFEST Film Festival
May 30 – June 14, 2024
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Founded in 2004 by OCA-Greater Houston, the Houston Asian American Pacific Islander Film Festival, or HAAPIFEST, was created to highlight and celebrate the diversity of AAPI culture, food, and family, to support AAPI artists and filmmakers, and to share the untold AAPI experience for the Greater Houston metropolitan area through edutainment.
Today, HAAPIFEST is an immersive, multi-day celebration of film, music, and art, showcased by a dedicated committee of volunteers.
HAAPIFEST Film Festival - 2024 Trailer
2024 Announcements
It is our pleasure to inform you that the HAAPI (Houston Asian American Pacific Islander) Film Festival will be held between May 30, 2024 and June 14, 2024. We encourage you to mark your calendar and spread the word about the festival to your friends, family, and colleagues. Tickets and Passes are available now, and we will keep you updated on the festival's program and events through our newsletter, website, and social media platforms.
The mission of HAAPIFEST is to promote and develop Asian and Asian American innovators in the film and entertainment industry, promote Houston as a cultural destination for the arts, and educate the AAPI and wider communities through the visual storytelling of Asians and Asian Americans.
We look forward to seeing you at HAAPIFEST Film Festival 2024. Check out the flyers & sign up below to receive updates.
MAIKA (June 9, 2024)
Join us for a special screening of MAIKA at HAAPIFEST, followed by an exclusive Q&A with producer Jenni Trang Le!
Date: June 9, 2024
Time: 12 PM
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042
About the Film:
MAIKA tells the heartwarming story of a young boy grappling with the loss of his mother to illness and the unexpected departure of his best friend. His life takes an extraordinary turn when he discovers a crashed spaceship and befriends Maika, a visitor from another world with incredible powers. Together, they embark on a series of zany and fun-filled adventures, facing off against bad guys and helping Maika navigate her way back home. The film is a delightful mix of action, humor, and touching moments that explore themes of friendship, resilience, and the wonder of discovery.
Jenni Trang Le:
Jenni is a Houston native and acclaimed producer. She co-founded EAST Films to empower visionary storytellers globally.
Don't miss out on this incredible event!
Join us at HAAPIFEST for the screening of ASHIMA on June 9 at TECO from 12PM - 3PM! 🎬
About the Film:
Follow the incredible journey of Ashima Shiraishi, a young rock climbing prodigy from NYC, as she tackles her greatest challenge yet in South Africa. Directed by Kenji Tsukamoto, this intimate film explores the deep bond and dynamic between Ashima and her father.
Date: June 9
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042
Time: 2PM - 4PM
Meet and Greet with Kenji Tsukamoto:
Kenji Tsukamoto, born in Fukushima, Japan, and raised across various locations in the United States, brings a unique perspective to his storytelling. As a third culture kid, he connects deeply with Ashima Shiraishi's journey, making her the focus of his debut feature film, Ashima (Mountainfilm 2024).
ASHIMA (June 9, 2024)
CLOSING NIGHT (June 9, 2024)
Witness the power of art in motion. Experience a special screening of NOBUKO MIYAMOTO: A SONG IN MOVEMENT at HAAPIFEST Closing Night; a sweeping documentary that follows the life of visionary artist-activist Nobuko Miyamoto and her work that changed Asian America forever.
Synopsis:
After decades of groundbreaking cultural work that unites communities and sets the bar for Asian American storytelling, Miyamoto reflects on a life that has bridged coasts, industries, families, and history. Featuring rare archival footage, NOBUKO MIYAMOTO: A SONG IN MOVEMENT is a story of a changing community told through the singular life of one of its most beloved storytellers.
Date: June 9, 2024
Time: 4PM - 5:30PM
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042
Don't miss the special event featuring:
Q&A with Emmy-award winning filmmaker Tadashi Nakamura & Daytime Emmy nominated filmmaker Quyen Nguyen-Le.
A special live performance by Nobuko Miyamoto, an icon of Asian American music and activism.
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Located in Houston, Texas
Houston is the most diverse metropolitan area in Texas and has been described as the most racially and ethnically diverse major city in the U.S.
Double Tree by Hilton (10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042)
• Opening Night - May 30th: 6-9 pm
• May 31st: 6-10:30 pm
• June 1st: 10am - 10 pm
• June 7th: 6-10 pm
• June 8th: 10am - 10 pm
• June 9th: 12pm - 5 pm