Category Archives: Movies

Michelle Yeoh Deported From Myanmar

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Moye

Just because you’re a celebrity doesn’t mean you can go anywhere you want. Actress Michelle Yeoh discovered this after she was deported and blacklisted from Myanmar for her role in the upcoming movie about Suu Kyi: “The Malaysian actress arrived … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: Green Lantern Isn’t the Brightest Light of Summer Blockbusters

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Dino-Ray

Green Lantern is the Fantastic Four for summer 2011. You can look at that in a good way or a bad way. I am going to take the middle road on this one — but leaning more towards the latter. … Continue reading →

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Kung Fu Panda 2 Review

Posted on June 16, 2011 by tinabot

http://youtu.be/YdaMGcOyfjM When I watched the first Kung Fu Panda, it was in a home theater on bluray and HDTV goodness, and my friends had to pause the movie in the first five minutes because I was laughing so hard I … Continue reading →

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Taika Waititi: Who is the “Pieface” in Green Lantern?

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Edward

On June 7th, I had the privilege of checking out a press screening of Warner Brothers’ Green Lantern which opens in theaters on June 17th. Within this film are two Pacific Islander actors who play significant roles in this blockbuster film: Taika … Continue reading →

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APA Spotlight: Sonia Sakamoto-Jog, Executive Director, Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Koji Steven Sakai

APA Spotlight is a weekly interview of Asian Pacific Islander Americans (APIA) community leaders. It is a spotlight on individuals who have dedicated their careers to issues surrounding the APIA community with the goal of bringing much deserved recognition to … Continue reading →

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Twitter Giveaway: ‘Green Lantern’ Tickets to the L.A. Premiere & Prize Pack

Posted on June 6, 2011 by jozjozjoz

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oazFv302DIM&feature=player_embedded UPDATE 6/14/2011: Congratulations to our Grand Prize Winner @izziebleu! She’s going to the L.A. Premiere! Congrats goes out to our runner ups: @angelaishere @scottquick @thylacine23 @weemin5 @luckysluna @brisypj @KCAzn @chchar0 @shuckiduck @mtribble91 One of the highly anticipated Hollywood summer … Continue reading →

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POP 88 #49 – Somewhere Between – Interview with dir. Linda Goldstein Knowlton

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Xxxtine

Back from my travels in Korea! You would think in one of the most connected part of the world, I would be able to be ‘more connected’ but actually found out that despite free WiFi everywhere, when I really needed … Continue reading →

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8Questions with Vicky Shen, Writer & Director of ‘Adultolescence’

Posted on June 3, 2011 by jozjozjoz

One of the best and worst parts about the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival is the sheer number of screenings that are happening simultaneously. Obviously, it’s great to have an enormous slate of programming to choose from, but the … Continue reading →

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The Descendants Trailer: A Different Side of Hawaii

Posted on June 1, 2011 by sachi

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh0MD9vtzmg I have never been one to be able to turn down a George Clooney movie. The veritable “silver fox” simply has to give his small come-hither smile before I (and many other women) flock to shell out $10 for … Continue reading →

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Takashi Miike To Direct Ace Attorney Movie

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Moye

Japanese director Takashi Miike is set to take on the live action film adaptation of Ace Attorney, the popular video game series about defense attorney Phoenix Wright and his courtroom shenanagins. Capcom has even released the latest casting news with … Continue reading →

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Rock Jocks’ KevJumba on Acting & YouTube

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Moye

You’ve seen KevJumba on YouTube and The Amazing Race, but soon you can watch him on the big screen in Rock Jocks, his first feature film! 8Asians was invited to the set of the indie comedy, which follows the adventures … Continue reading →

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Mason Lee Talks The Hangover Part II, Being Ang’s Son, & Nuts 4 Nuts

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Dino-Ray

As the son of an Academy Award-winning director, Mason Lee could easily use his name as leverage to get into some highbrow movies suitable for snotty cinephiles and artistic thespian-types. The Hangover Part II doesn’t necessarily scream “highbrow,” but it’s … Continue reading →

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