Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker S. Leo Chiang
HAAPIFEST FILM FESTIVAL PRESENTS OSCAR-NOMINATED FILMMAKER S. LEO CHIANG
Houston, TX – The HAAPIFEST Film Festival is thrilled to announce a special event featuring the acclaimed Oscar-nominated filmmaker S. Leo Chiang. On June 1, 2024, from 1 PM to 5:30 PM, attendees will have the unique opportunity to experience four of Chiang’s most celebrated films at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042.
About S. Leo Chiang:
S. Leo Chiang is a distinguished filmmaker based in San Francisco and Taipei. His most recent film, Island in Between, received an Oscar nomination for Best Documentary Short Film in 2024. His previous film, Our Time Machine, played at over 50 film festivals worldwide, winning 10 awards, and was nominated for a News & Documentary Emmy Award and a Gotham Award. In 2020, he directed two episodes of the Peabody Award-winning PBS series, Asian Americans. His other notable works include the Emmy Award-nominated A Village Called Versailles, Out Run, Mr. Cao Goes to Washington, To You Sweetheart, Aloha, One + One, and Safe Journey. Besides directing, Leo has produced films such as After the Rain and the upcoming My Sister-in-Law, the Prime Minister, and has contributed as an editor and cameraman on various projects. He holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical & computer engineering and an MFA in film production from USC, with support from prestigious funders like Sundance and Tribeca. Leo has taught documentary production at several universities, co-founded the Asian American Documentary Network (A-Doc), and is a consulting producer for CNEX, the Chinese documentary foundation.
Featured Films:
📽️ Island in Between (screening at 4:55pm)
Oscar Nomination for Best Documentary Short Film, 2024
Chiang’s latest masterpiece, capturing the poignant essence of human resilience and connection.
📽️ Our Time Machine (screening at 2:25pm)
Screened at over 50 film festivals worldwide
Winner of 10 Awards
Nominated for News & Documentary Emmy Award & Gotham Award
A heartfelt journey blending art and family legacy, celebrated globally.
📽️ A Village Called Versailles (screening at 3:55pm)
Emmy Award-Nominated
A gripping story of the Vietnamese American community’s transformation in post-Katrina New Orleans.
📽️ Mr. Cao Goes to Washington (screening at 1:05pm)
Inspiration Award, 2012
PBS Broadcast, 2013
An inspiring chronicle of a Vietnamese American congressman navigating the complex landscape of U.S. politics.
PLUS: A Live Q&A Session with S. Leo Chiang: Engage directly with the visionary filmmaker and gain deeper insights into his creative process and compelling narratives!
Event Details:
Date: June 1, 2024
Time: 1 PM - 5:30 PM
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042
Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to experience the powerful storytelling of S. Leo Chiang, and witness the films that have captivated audiences and critics worldwide!
🎟️ Tickets are available now at www.HAAPIFEST.com/tickets 🎟️
About HAAPIFEST Film Festival:
HAAPIFEST Film Festival celebrates diversity in film, showcasing a wide array of stories and voices from the Asian and Pacific Islander communities. The festival is committed to highlighting impactful narratives that resonate with audiences across the globe.