2015 PBS Online Film Festival Starts June 15
Watch short sci-fi film Vimana, plus 24 others, at the PBS Online Film Festival.
Public Media
“Lucky Chow” – New series about Asian food in America
Join host Danielle Chang on a culinary tour of Asian food in America, from Korean, Thai and Filipino cuisine to the ramen craze.
Alice Waters Reflects on Friendship with Cecilia Chiang
“I think it’s so important that her life is recorded because she has influenced and educated a whole generation about Chinese food.”
Meet “Soul of a Banquet”‘s Cecilia Chiang
Famed restaurateur of The Mandarin Restaurant and subject of “Soul of a Banquet” discusses her past and the establishment’s early days. The film, directed by Wayne Wang, airs on PBS in May. Check local listings.
CAAM: Creating Award-Winning Documentaries
Join filmmakers Florante Aguilar and Fides Enriquez, and cinematographer Peggy Peralta as they discuss the process and passion behind the documentary “Harana” on May 14, 2015.
“This is My Home Now” Tells Story of Montagnards in North Carolina
“They live in two worlds—that of their parents and grandparents, who lived in the highlands of Viet Nam but fled from government persecution for their Christian religion and desire for autonomy—and one of constant learning and adaptation to be Americans in North Carolina.”
“First Days” – Hear Stories of Vietnamese Refugees
After their last days in Vietnam came their first days in America. Hear the voices of the Vietnamese refugee experience at the First Days Story Project.
“9-Man,” “Winning Girl,” and “Cambodian Son” on America ReFramed in May
APA heritage gets a new perspective with America ReFramed on World Channel this May.
Q&A with “Soul of a Banquet” Director Wayne Wang
The director’s latest film about the Mandarin Restaurant’s Cecilia Chiang comes to PBS this May.
Verses In Exile: A Conversation with Director Masahiro Sugano
“We hardly get to listen to a man like Kosal with his past, without apprehension.”
Words of Wisdom: Kumu Hina
“Hinaleimoana Kwai Kong Wong-Kalu has an inspiring spirit that shines bright on and off the screen.”
“Earth: A New Wild” Premieres on PBS Feb. 4
The 5-part series is hosted by conservationist M. Sanjayan.