Memoirs of a Superfan, Vol. 5.6: Tender Appreciation
Superfan, writer, and psychiatrist, Ravi Chandra, reviews the International Buddhist Film Festival at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.
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Memoirs of a Superfan, Vol. 5.5: TIBET IN SONG
I recently saw TIBET IN SONG at the Lumiere. It plays until 11/18 at the Lumiere, and I highly recommend it. (There will be a DVD release next February.) Filmmaker Ngawang Choephel traveled to Tibet in the late 90’s to document folk music.
Memoirs of a Superfan, Vol. 5.6: Must-see Adoption movies from SFIAFF 2010
This SFIAFF, there were two outstanding movies related to adoption. I sat down with Deann Borshay Liem (IN THE MATTER OF CHA JUNG HEE) and Stephanie Wang-Breal (WO AI NI MOMMY) for an hourlong conversation during the festival.
Memoirs of a Superfan, Volume 5.5: Kit Hui on Fog
Kit Hui’s FOG premiered at the Kabuki and Viz this weekend. I loved this film for its understated, subtle poignancy. Before the festival, I had an email exchange with Kit Hui, who makes her writing/directing debut with this film.
Memoirs of a Superfan, Vol. 5.4: Perfection
Beautiful memories stand out from a perfect weekend full of memorable films, friends, and events.
Memoirs of a Superfan Vol. 5.3: Today is Special, and Turmeric is Emo
TODAY’S SPECIAL was on the menu, and as director David Kaplan said, the subtle message is that “today is special”. Awww, that’s as sweet as the desserts at the Opening Night Gala.
Memoirs of a Superfan, Volume 5.2: Five Questions for Freida Mock
Freida Mock’s films are full of hope and enthusiasm for the best of human possibilities. Look for her during her conversation with CAAM on Sunday, March 14th.
Memoirs of a Superfan Vol. 5.1: A Festival Forget-Me-Not
SFIAAFF 2010 is a forget-me-not and a valentine, sure to awaken our hearts and minds to the deep currents that move us all.