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Episode 07 - Reel Asian Experiences
We’ve been very busy over the last two months but we’re back with something that goes to the core of Hollywood North News is a Film Festival based in Toronto.
Hosts Darryl & Domingos
Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival
What Have You Been Up To?
Darryl
Domingos
Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival is a unique showcase of contemporary Asian cinema and work from Asia and the Asian diaspora. Works include films and videos by artists in Canada, the U.S., Asia and all over the world. As Canada’s largest Asian film festival, Reel Asian provides a public forum for Asian media artists and their work, and fuels the growing appreciation for Asian cinema in Canada.
FILMS DISCUSSED
Red String of Fate
Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstringoffatemovie/?hl=en
During a civil war between humans and androids, In the year 2090, a robotics engineer tries to bring her fallen lover back to life.
Fresh Blood
Subverting the body-horror genre, Fresh Blood follows 14-year-old Maya, who is left to process her own fears of entering womanhood alone when she gets her first period.
Islands
Joshua, a shy middle-aged Filipino immigrant, has lived in the comfort of his parents' home his entire life. As their health declines he longs for a partner, terrified of being alone after they pass.
Ahu’s Journal
Eager for an escape from family, Safiya moves out to a sublet of an acquaintance, Ahu. Her new place is peaceful, but she soon comes across a journal with entries that take her on a reflective journey — Ahu’s journal.
Try Harder
Seniors at one the best public high schools in the country face the pressure of applying to elite colleges.
7 Days
As if their pre-arranged date, organized by their traditional Indian parents, wasn't uncomfortable enough, Ravi and Rita are forced to shelter in place together as COVID-19's reach intensifies.
A Hundred Joys
Highlighting the rich tenacity of Toronto’s East Chinatown community, this film explores the area’s people, sidewalks, and businesses, giving voice to their experiences of community, identity, anxieties, and hopes for the future.
Any Other Business
CREDITS
The following music is used with permission
Lucid - Metro Vice
Your Turn - tunebackr
Will You Be Mine - Broke In Summer
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By Darryl LeyWe’ve been very busy over the last two months but we’re back with something that goes to the core of Hollywood North News is a Film Festival based in Toronto.
Hosts Darryl & Domingos
Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival
What Have You Been Up To?
Darryl
Domingos
Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival is a unique showcase of contemporary Asian cinema and work from Asia and the Asian diaspora. Works include films and videos by artists in Canada, the U.S., Asia and all over the world. As Canada’s largest Asian film festival, Reel Asian provides a public forum for Asian media artists and their work, and fuels the growing appreciation for Asian cinema in Canada.
FILMS DISCUSSED
Red String of Fate
Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstringoffatemovie/?hl=en
During a civil war between humans and androids, In the year 2090, a robotics engineer tries to bring her fallen lover back to life.
Fresh Blood
Subverting the body-horror genre, Fresh Blood follows 14-year-old Maya, who is left to process her own fears of entering womanhood alone when she gets her first period.
Islands
Joshua, a shy middle-aged Filipino immigrant, has lived in the comfort of his parents' home his entire life. As their health declines he longs for a partner, terrified of being alone after they pass.
Ahu’s Journal
Eager for an escape from family, Safiya moves out to a sublet of an acquaintance, Ahu. Her new place is peaceful, but she soon comes across a journal with entries that take her on a reflective journey — Ahu’s journal.
Try Harder
Seniors at one the best public high schools in the country face the pressure of applying to elite colleges.
7 Days
As if their pre-arranged date, organized by their traditional Indian parents, wasn't uncomfortable enough, Ravi and Rita are forced to shelter in place together as COVID-19's reach intensifies.
A Hundred Joys
Highlighting the rich tenacity of Toronto’s East Chinatown community, this film explores the area’s people, sidewalks, and businesses, giving voice to their experiences of community, identity, anxieties, and hopes for the future.
Any Other Business
CREDITS
The following music is used with permission
Lucid - Metro Vice
Your Turn - tunebackr
Will You Be Mine - Broke In Summer