Festival

The 1st Annual Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival Presented by HBO will take place from October 9 - 12 and will consist of:

• Opening Night Film & Reception
• Centerpiece Presentation
• Closing Night Film & Party
• Film Screenings and Q & A’s
• Film Industry Panel Discussion
• Festival Brunch (By Invitation only)
• After Parties and more

For a list of films,  click here.  You can also download the electronic version of our program here (2008 Festival Program Guide).

VENUES
Our opening night film Far North will screen on Thursday, Oct 9th 7-9pm at The Bridge: Cinema de Lux (40th & Walnut Sts) from 7-9pm and a reception will immediately follow.

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The remaining films and panels (Friday, October 10th - Sunday, October 12th) will be hosted at the 100 seat Asian Arts Initiative (1219 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107).

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ACCOMMODATIONS
Travelodge is located about a 5 minute walk from our main venue, The Asian Arts Initiative. They are offering a special festival rate. Please book your rooms asap, as they will be filled up very soon. Their contact information is as follows:

Travelodge
1227 Race Street
Philadelphia, PA, 19107
215-564-2888
Ask for manager, Kenny Lam.

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