The fact that both Asia and Europe are finding it more difficult to finance movies following the pandemic may drive the two regions to start working together more closely, despite the huge differences in their funding systems, said a group of leading producers on a two-session Filmart panel. In the …
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Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender have been waiting for this day for a long time: the release of a live-action adaptation that finally captures the spirit and magic of the original beloved cartoon. The cult classic cartoon aired for three seasons on Nickelodeon starting in 2005 and hasn’t left …
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Early in Dìdi, Chungsing (Joan Chen) tries to get her son, Chris (Izaac Wang), to look at a painting she’s made of their family. Chris, however, is extremely reluctant to turn away from the goofy YouTube video he’s been watching. When he finally does, he’s unmoved by her piece and …
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When Sam Song Li came across the role of Bruce on “The Brothers Sun,” he felt like the character was written uniquely for him. In Netflix’s new action-packed drama series, Bruce’s life is upended when his older brother, Charles (Justin Chien), who turns out to be a Taiwanese gangster, comes …
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Courtesy of NetflixCourtesy of Netflix The Netflix movie “May December” is heavily inspired by the real-life relationship between Mary Kay Letourneau and Vili Fualaau, which is probably why its depiction of Asian male stereotypes feels so close to reality, too. The morally problematic tale takes viewers on a complex journey …
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The US Secret Service revealed a seizure of around $500,000 in digital currency connected to a Southeast Asian investment scam, as part of the United States’ intensified efforts against crypto investment fraud. The assets were confiscated from an account registered to Chinese businessman Wang Yicheng, who was recently investigated by …
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Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment and The Asian American Foundation on Wednesday unveiled the results of their collaborative study “Red Light, Green Light: Overcoming Roadblocks to Asian American Creative Executive Success in the Entertainment Industry.” Topics explored in the survey included barriers to entry and promotions, day-to-day challenges, and …
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This LGBTQ+ History Month, we’re asking writers to reflect on a moment in queer pop culture history that has allowed them to experience queer liberation in their own lives. Check out our coverage here. Long before the commercial success of “Crazy Rich Asians,” “Shang Chi,” “Fire Island,” and “Everything Everywhere …
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In addition to exploring Asian and Latin American countries, Maple said the funding will help form new strategic partnerships. Blockchain-based credit marketplace Maple Finance has closed a $5 million strategic funding round led by BlockTower Capital and Tioga Capital. According to an announcement on Tuesday, the financial round welcomed participants …
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For the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, USC’s Annenberg Inclusion Initiative has released its signature comprehensive report on the diversity of movies in front of and behind the camera. Analyzing the 100 highest-grossing movies at the box office each year since 2007, AI2’s sample size has now …
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In its best years, the New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF) reminds attendees why it ranks high among the city’s best-programmed film surveys. NYAFF has graced a few venues since 2002, including a pre-air-conditioning Anthology Film Archives and a pre-alcohol IFC Center, but remains one of the city’s most enjoyable …
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Going simply by the awards handed out, the 25th Shanghai International Film Festival delivered on its promise to celebrate the emerging stars of both Asian and Chinese cinema. There were Golden Goblet wins for established markets Japan and China, and those less known, including Uzbekistan. And there were some scene-stealing …
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