A Satirical Look at Identity and the Roles We Play in ‘Yellow Face’ Starring Daniel Dae Kim
If you’re not immediately familiar with the name David Henry Hwang, you’re likely familiar with his work. The legendary playwright has made waves for…
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‘Bitterroot’ Is a Tale of Self-Discovery Through Community
Bitterroot is a film that delves into the quiet yet profoundly emotional life of Lue, a Hmong man grappling with the aftermath of a…
Transforming Trauma: An Intimate Portrait of Trailblazing Filmmaker Robert Nakamura in ‘Third Act’
Third Act, the latest film from second-generation documentarian Tad Nakamura turns the lens inward, exploring his own father exploring Robert Nakamura’s story with remarkable…
Announcing 15 Filmmakers Supported by 2025 Building Bridges Documentary Fund
U.S. Muslim narratives shine at The Muslim House with panel programs highlighting new directions in filmmaking
Get to Know Building Bridges Documentary Fund Manager Leila Abu-saada
As part of CAAM’s initiative to support independent documentary films about Muslim experiences in the United States, in partnership with the Doris Duke Foundation,…
CAAM is Supporting 5 New Documentary Films in 2024
We are supporting five new documentary films in 2024, focusing on diverse Asian American experiences. Through our Documentary Fund, supported by the Corporation for…
How Sierra Katow Went From Teen Stand-Up Comic to National Spotlight on PBS
Katow Showcases the Origins of Her Humor and Family Story in New Series ‘Roots of Comedy’ with Jesus Trejo
The Creative Team of ‘Larry The Musical’ Gears Up for the Premiere of a Healing Show Based on Larry Itliong
Excited. Energized. Grateful. In January, that is how Billy Bustamante, director of Brava Theater’s upcoming production of Larry The Musical, is feeling, two months…
Doris Duke Foundation Awards $4.5 Million to CAAM for U.S. Muslim Documentary Fund
$6 Million in Funding Aims to Propel U.S. Muslim Creators, Expand Access to the Entertainment Industry and Amplify Diverse Narratives
Suja Thomas Wins CAAM’s 2023 Ready, Set, Pitch Annual Documentary Contest
This year’s highly-anticipated Ready, Set, Pitch! – an annual contest where emerging documentary filmmakers present a project in front of a panel of esteemed…
In ‘A Town Called Victoria’ a Texas Community Reckons with History and Hate When a Mosque Burns
“There is this concept of Southern hospitality, of neighborliness and connection, which I do feel is true. I feel it here… The thing is, though, is that’s also rooted in power. ” Li Lu, Director of ‘A Town Called Victoria’
CAAM IS SUPPORTING 3 NEW DOCUMENTARY FILMS IN 2023
This year, CAAM is proud to fund Asian American filmmakers and projects that showcase the breadth and diversity of experiences in our community. We…