Virtual high-fives to the people at Northwestern, including Mr. Tedd Vanadilok of the Asian/Asian American Student Affairs. "That Asian Thing" will be screening, as well as include a Q&A session with Director/Writer, Jonald Reyes, and guests. If you haven't caught this documentary completed in 2008 yet, here's an opportunity to watch! Words:
WHAT: "That Asian Thing" Screening (run time 84 min.) and Q&A session after, to include Jonald Reyes & Cynthia Lin
WHERE: Northwestern University, University Hall, Room 122, 1897 Sheridan Road, Evanston IL
LINK: http://aquavite.northwestern.edu/maps/buildinglookup.cgi?lookupfield=university+hall
WHEN: Thursday, May 6th, 2010 from 7:30 to 10'ish pm
TIX: Nah...not this time. We're gonna go the Free! route.
Sponsored by Asian/Asian American Student Affairs, Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. & Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Inc.
Since this documentary was filmed with lower-scale equipment back in 2006, it seems like the quality is retro on purpose and adds a new dynamic to watching it today. It's interesting to watch this film over and see where or what these Asian-American artists are up to 4 years later. Who's still going for the dream? Are they still pro-active in the Asian/Asian-American scene? Are they still in Chicago? What other avenues/adventures have they taken on remote from their art?
Also, since the completion of "That Asian Thing," many new artists have risen and taken leads to pushing Asian-American awareness in the arts. So, if you're not doing anything on this nice Spring night, come on out and watch! We'll see you there!
PS - "That Asian Thing" DVD to come out this Summer. Cross yo fingers!
April 16, 2010
December 08, 2009
Try this Music Video on for size!
As new projects continue, please check out this music video completed by Jonald Reyes and the Chicago talent - Parts Per Million (http://www.partspermillion.com). Please pass this on to friends as we're trying to get crazy number of hits! Thank you! Enjoy!
November 29, 2009
Happy Holidays Hiatus....
Hello everyone! Just wanted to post an update to keep everyone informed of what's been happening with the film of recent.
Since the completion of the film in March of 2008, it has participated in 5 film festivals and screened at over 5 colleges. This is actually more than what was expected for this low budget, very indie documentary. As a one-man director/editor, this film was intended to get my (Jonald Reyes's) feet touching the water and it has done so. It was not only an exhilirating experience to be part of great dialogue at Q&A sessions, but also awesome to meet people that were inspired by the film. I can't tell you how many times a good handful of Asian-Americans and NON-Asian-Americans that would approach me after viewing the film to shake my hand and tell me their own viewpoint on why there should be more Asian-Americans in mainstream American culture.
Currently the film is open for invitations to be screened at college campuses - just shoot us an email (asianthing@gmail.com).
However, previously mentioned, as Jonald (the Director) is the one-man crew, he's been honing his craft to come back in the near future with a narrative film (genre yet to be determined). He's getting his creative juices flowing by the great theater classes/workshops in the Chicagoland area and has been focusing more on writing. Keep an eye open for any small projects along the way, which include music videos, comedy troupe performances, and plays.
Thanks to everyone that has been supportive in all aspects of "That Asian Thing" and tangent projects. If a DVD self-distribution gets ironed out, the world will be informed. Thanks again and happy holidays!
Since the completion of the film in March of 2008, it has participated in 5 film festivals and screened at over 5 colleges. This is actually more than what was expected for this low budget, very indie documentary. As a one-man director/editor, this film was intended to get my (Jonald Reyes's) feet touching the water and it has done so. It was not only an exhilirating experience to be part of great dialogue at Q&A sessions, but also awesome to meet people that were inspired by the film. I can't tell you how many times a good handful of Asian-Americans and NON-Asian-Americans that would approach me after viewing the film to shake my hand and tell me their own viewpoint on why there should be more Asian-Americans in mainstream American culture.
Currently the film is open for invitations to be screened at college campuses - just shoot us an email (asianthing@gmail.com).
However, previously mentioned, as Jonald (the Director) is the one-man crew, he's been honing his craft to come back in the near future with a narrative film (genre yet to be determined). He's getting his creative juices flowing by the great theater classes/workshops in the Chicagoland area and has been focusing more on writing. Keep an eye open for any small projects along the way, which include music videos, comedy troupe performances, and plays.
Thanks to everyone that has been supportive in all aspects of "That Asian Thing" and tangent projects. If a DVD self-distribution gets ironed out, the world will be informed. Thanks again and happy holidays!
August 01, 2009
Indie Film Fests Galore!
Hey guys and dolls! It's a new month in the summer season, so I hope you've taken advantage of some good weather. On top of that, why not go watch some great indie flicks!??!
"That Asian Thing" will be screening at the end of this month and on top of that, we got an "Honorable Mention" award. Check out the following:
INDIEFEST USA
WHAT: "That Asian Thing" Screening at IndieFest USA Film Festival (http://www.indiefestusa.com)
WHERE: AMC Downtown Disney - 1565 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802
WHEN: Tuesday, August 25th, 2009 at 5 p.m.
TICKETS: Via online purchase is $10/adult. Make sure you change the "Showing On" date to Tue., Aug. 25th, to see "That Asian Thing" at the 5 o'clock slot. Here's the website:
http://www.movietickets.com/house_detail.asp?house_id=7584
EXTRA LINKAGE: http://indiefestusa.bside.com/2009/films/thatasianthing_indiefestusa2009
Please tell all your friends, family, peeps, disciples, kittens, and Disneyland characters! We definitely want a great showing as we're not far from Los Angeles and you just never know who'll come out for a screening...
THANKS to all the IndieFest crew and communications personnel. Nothing but good emails have been sent to filmmakers and it looks to be a good festival - one you don't want to miss!
INDIE GATHERING
We've been notified by the Indie Gathering Film Festival of an Honorable Mention Award!! WOO HOO "THAT ASIAN THING!!"
Check out the following linkage and under the Documentary Feature category:
http://theindiegathering.com/2009winners.htm
Thanks for the recognition from the Indie Gathering peoples and big handshake to Ray Szuch for being patient with the delivery of our film. Thank you, thank you!
PROPS TO INDIE FLICKS!
I just wanted to say big ups to all the Indie Film Festivals out there. It's always such a great opportunity to showcase your work and get the experience of displaying it in front of an audience (beyond your immediate circle of friends/family). I also wanted to say big ups to all the other indie filmmakers out there. Congrats if you're participating in either of these film festivals and hope to hear more from your camp.
Take care guys and stay tuned....
"That Asian Thing" will be screening at the end of this month and on top of that, we got an "Honorable Mention" award. Check out the following:
INDIEFEST USA
WHAT: "That Asian Thing" Screening at IndieFest USA Film Festival (http://www.indiefestusa.com)
WHERE: AMC Downtown Disney - 1565 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802
WHEN: Tuesday, August 25th, 2009 at 5 p.m.
TICKETS: Via online purchase is $10/adult. Make sure you change the "Showing On" date to Tue., Aug. 25th, to see "That Asian Thing" at the 5 o'clock slot. Here's the website:
http://www.movietickets.com/house_detail.asp?house_id=7584
EXTRA LINKAGE: http://indiefestusa.bside.com/2009/films/thatasianthing_indiefestusa2009
Please tell all your friends, family, peeps, disciples, kittens, and Disneyland characters! We definitely want a great showing as we're not far from Los Angeles and you just never know who'll come out for a screening...
THANKS to all the IndieFest crew and communications personnel. Nothing but good emails have been sent to filmmakers and it looks to be a good festival - one you don't want to miss!
INDIE GATHERING
We've been notified by the Indie Gathering Film Festival of an Honorable Mention Award!! WOO HOO "THAT ASIAN THING!!"
Check out the following linkage and under the Documentary Feature category:
http://theindiegathering.com/2009winners.htm
Thanks for the recognition from the Indie Gathering peoples and big handshake to Ray Szuch for being patient with the delivery of our film. Thank you, thank you!
PROPS TO INDIE FLICKS!
I just wanted to say big ups to all the Indie Film Festivals out there. It's always such a great opportunity to showcase your work and get the experience of displaying it in front of an audience (beyond your immediate circle of friends/family). I also wanted to say big ups to all the other indie filmmakers out there. Congrats if you're participating in either of these film festivals and hope to hear more from your camp.
Take care guys and stay tuned....
June 29, 2009
Indie Fest USA 2009
Welcome to the wild wild West "That Asian Thing"!!
Click here:
http://indiefestusa.bside.com/2009/films/thatasianthing_indiefestusa2009
And here's your info breakdown:
WHAT: "That Asian Thing" Screening @ Indie Fest USA 2009
WHERE: AMC Downtown Disney - 12; 1565 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802
WHEN: Tuesday, August 25th at 5:00 PM
WHY: Why not?! Because "That Asian Thing" is hitting up it's 4th Film Festival since completion and if you haven't caught it yet, what are you waiting for?! The Asian-American population in California is in high percentages and we want the community to come out and support!
We also wanted to give props to the Indie Fest USA people and say thank you for their consideration to participate in their event. As well as their association with B-Side for helping create our film profile page.
Spam emails will fall out of the skies to our peoples on the west coast. Sorry for any over indulgence but we'd like to hype this up to maximum capacity. Let's rock the AMC and let them know our community can represent!
Thanks everyone!
Click here:
http://indiefestusa.bside.com/2009/films/thatasianthing_indiefestusa2009
And here's your info breakdown:
WHAT: "That Asian Thing" Screening @ Indie Fest USA 2009
WHERE: AMC Downtown Disney - 12; 1565 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802
WHEN: Tuesday, August 25th at 5:00 PM
WHY: Why not?! Because "That Asian Thing" is hitting up it's 4th Film Festival since completion and if you haven't caught it yet, what are you waiting for?! The Asian-American population in California is in high percentages and we want the community to come out and support!
We also wanted to give props to the Indie Fest USA people and say thank you for their consideration to participate in their event. As well as their association with B-Side for helping create our film profile page.
Spam emails will fall out of the skies to our peoples on the west coast. Sorry for any over indulgence but we'd like to hype this up to maximum capacity. Let's rock the AMC and let them know our community can represent!
Thanks everyone!
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