Ethan Shi

2 weeks ago | easternkicks.com | Ethan Shi

The ironic film festival is back for its 16th edition in Ireland with new and classic Japanese films…The Japanese Film Festival Ireland takes place across several locations every year in April to bring a diverse and eclectic programme of Japanese cinema to Irish audiences. Set up as a cultural exchange and a collaboration between the Embassy of Japan in Ireland and access>CINEMA, it’s truly one of the biggest Asian film festivals celebrated in Ireland.

2 months ago | easternkicks.com | Ethan Shi

Congratulations to Nezha 2 for becoming the most popular Chinese film ever and the first Chinese film to surpass 1.5billion USD worldwide!A sequel five years in the making, director Jizozi once again broke all kinds of records by directing the most popular Chinese film ever. Nezha 2 has surpassed the previous record of 742 million USD worldwide set by the first film. It has become the first Asian film to enter the top 20 international box office records.

Sep 23, 2024 | easternkicks.com | Ethan Shi

Back for a UK wide tour from September to December 2024, showcasing a remarkable line-up of contemporary feature films, documentaries and shorts!Queer East Festival was formed in 2020 due to the lack of East and Southeast Asian representation on stage, screen and behind the scenes, making its mark across the UK with its bold programmes of LGBTQ+ cinema and visual arts.

Jun 23, 2024 | easternkicks.com | Ethan Shi

NYAFF returns in July with a record 90 world, international and North American premieres, celebrated industry guests and 20 feature debuts…The New York Asian Film Foundation Inc. is America’s leading nonprofit organisation dedicated to the exhibition and appreciation of Asian film culture in all its forms with year-round festivals and screenings and a view to bridge the cultural gap between Asia and America.

May 27, 2024 | easternkicks.com | Ethan Shi

The Austin Asian American Film Festival returns this summer from June 26th-30th at the AFS Cinema in Austin!Austin Asian American Film Festival (AAAFF) is a yearly run Asian film festival that champions Asian and Asian American stories via media arts and it empowers Asian Americans to explore opportunities in cinema.