UPDATE 7-19: New Group shot of the panelists below.

Thanks to everyone who came out to join us for yesterday’s INTERPRETATIONS panel at this year’s Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF) in New York.  I hope you enjoyed yourselves and will be inspired to make a film for the Interpretations short film initiative. Remember deadline is September 1st!

Future short filmmakers for Interpretations waiting in line for the panel

I also want to personally thank the following who graced us with their presence at the panel -

To Jennifer 8. Lee for your exuberance, probing questions, and all powerful iPad that carried us through the event seamlessly.

To Ken Leung for honoring us with a world premiere of your Interpretations short film, ‘Rumble’ and for inspiring struggling artists to stay true to their craft and vision.

And, to Evan Leong for demystifying the path of directing for those daunted by the process.

Additional thanks to Cinevision and Toyota for their support.   And, a special shout out to the folks at Intertrend – Joe Min, Cyndi Otteson and Mark Palaganos for their help in organizing the panel.  Much gratitude as well to Clint Otteson and his dedicated crew for recording the event.

Panelists (l to r): Ken, Jennifer, Offender Elaine & Evan

 

(Photos by Bobby Chien-Pai Lin & Mark Palaganos)