Thursday, March 10, 2005

700PM | Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street, San Francisco
Screening of SAVING FACE
Directed by Alice Wu
USA, 2004 | 96mins

When a closeted lesbian's widowed mother turns up pregnant, refusing to name the father and ostracized by her traditional Chinese community, how long will they both "save face" at the expense of their hearts? A heart-melting romantic comedy full of humor and humanity, reminiscent of Ang Lee's THE WEDDING BANQUET. Featuring an outstanding comedic performance by San Francisco's own Joan Chen.

930PM | Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin Street, San Francisco
Gala Reception with director Alice Wu and the cast of SAVING FACE

Kick off the 2005 SFIAAFF in style at the Opening Night Gala reception, held at the famed Asian Art Museum. Wander through rooms of resplendent artwork, enjoy free-flowing libations courtesy of Crown Royal, Kirin, Quady Winery and more, and dance to spectacular live entertainment by the peerless Dan the Automator, Dhamaal, DJ King Kong and SambAsia. An evening not to be missed.

Screening & Reception		SOLD OUT
Screening Only		RUSH ONLY
Reception Only		$40
VIP Tickets More Info>>		$250

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Thursday, March 17, 2005

700PM | AMC Kabuki 8 Theatres, 1881 Post Street, San Francisco
Screening of THE MOTEL
Directed by Michael Kang
USA, 2005, 76mins

Toiling in his family's sleazy suburban motel, chubby Ernest befriends bad-boy tenant Sam, who sets out to show him a thing or two about becoming a man. Problem is, his newfound mentor may be more played-out than player.

900PM | San Francisco War Memorial Green Room, 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
Gala Reception with director Michael kang and cast of THE MOTEL

Close the curtain on this year's Festival with the Closing Night Gala party at San Francisco's historic War Memorial Building. Enjoy a drink on the balcony while overlooking the warm glow of The City's lights, or mingle inside with filmmakers and special guests under the Green Room's fabulous gold and ivory vaulted ceiling. Savory and sweet treats and good company will make this an evening hard to forget.

Screening & Reception		$40
Screening Only		$20
Reception Only		$20

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Sunday, March 13, 2005

600PM | Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street, San Francisco
Screening of SORCERESS OF THE NEW PIANO
Directed by Evans Chan
USA/Singapore/Hong Kong 2004 | 90mins

Margaret Leng Tan, considered the most important avant-garde pianist today and certainly the only professional toy pianist in the world, pushes the boundaries of music in this fascinating documentary by Evans Chan. With a special performance by Tan on her toy pianos before the screening.

General Admission		$15

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MUSIC + LIVE PERFORMANCE

Friday, March 11, 2005
900PM | Café Du Nord, 2170 Market Street, San Francisco

An amazing evening of electronic and indie pop, with live performances from:

IQU (Olympia)
CITIZENS HERE AND ABROAD (Oakland)
SEKSU ROBA (Los Angeles)

$9 advance $12 door / 21+

* Tickets only available at door or through cafedunord.com

Saturday, March 12, 2005
900PM - 200AM | StudioZ, 314 11th Street, San Francisco

The biggest night of the year: Hip-hop, dub and dancehall, old school R&B, nu soul, and a live set with MC and Latin/jazz flavor, featuring:

Apollo (Triple Threat DJs)
Vin Roc (Triple Threat DJs)
Kero One (Plug Label)
Mike Nice (Word Life Promotions)
Panty RoBber (Massive Selector)
Proof (Massive Selector)

$15 / 21+

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Saturday, March 12, 2005

1230PM | Radisson Miyako Hotel, Osaka Room, 1625 Post Street, San Francisco
PANEL 1 | THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX:
New Directions in Financing and Distributing Asian American Films
Filmmakers and producers discuss new opportunities for funding, exposure and distribution outside of the saturated domestic market as well as strategies for targeting more specific markets within the U.S. More Info >>

General Admission		$7
NAATA Members		$5

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Saturday, March 12, 2005

300PM | Radisson Miyako Hotel, Osaka Room, 1625 Post Street, San Francisco
PANEL 2 | IN LIVING COLOR:
The State of Minority Voices Above and Below the Line
A fascinating discussion on the state of minority participation in the media and entertainment industries and the impact of "diversity" programs created by both the major networks and independent film organizations. More Info >>

General Admission		$7
NAATA Members		$5

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Sunday, March 13, 2005

1200PM | AMC Kabuki 8 Theatres, 1881 Post Street, San Francisco
A CONVERSATION WITH HIM MARK LAI
A rare afternoon conversation with pioneering Chinese American historian and San Francisco native Him Mark Lai, joined onstage by film editor Walt Louie and filmmaker Evan Leong. Preceded by Leong's documentary, HIM MARK LAI: THE PEOPLE'S HISTORIAN. More Info >>

General Admission		$10
Students/Seniors(65+)/Disabled		$8
NAATA Members		$7

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Friday, March 18, 2005

700PM | Camera 12 Cinemas, 201 South Second Street, San Jose
Screening of SLOW JAM KING
Directed by Steven E. Mallorca
USA 2004 | 104mins

A motley multiracial threesome—a cowboy, a former funk star, and a delusional Filipino American "gangsta pimp"—travel from NYC to Nashville in this Wes-Anderson-inspired comedy of identity, assimiliation and appropriation. Winner of Asian CineVision's Best Emerging Filmmaker Award.

900PM | d.p. Fong Galleries, 383 South First Street, San Jose
San Jose Opening Night Reception

Celebrate the Opening Night screening for the SFIAAFF in San Jose with Steven E. Mallorca, director of SLOW JAM KING. Entertainment and refreshments will be provided. Catered by P.F. Chang's China Bistro.
Only Opening Night ticket holders will be admitted.

General Admission		$15 (includes reception)

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