Category Archives: Reviews

Patang: The Kite Movie Review

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Xxxtine

Soaring and warring kites play out as metaphors for the multiple stories weaved in PATANG: The Kite. A successful Delhi businessman brings his daughter on a surprise trip to his hometown of Ahmedabad, home to India’s largest kite festival. There … Continue reading →

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All About My Wife: Korean Movie Review

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Xxxtine

All About My Wife (내 아내의 모든 것) tells the story of Doo-hyun (LEE Sun-kyun) who after seven years of marriage wants to divorce his beautiful wife, Jung-In (LIM Soo-jung). After all the nagging, whining and complaining, he’s at his … Continue reading →

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As One Film Review

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Xxxtine

As One (Korea) tells the story of Li Bun-Hee (Bae Doo-na) and Hyun Jung-hwa (Ha Ji-won) ping pong players from North and South Korea coming together to form a doubles team to win gold at the world championships in Japan … Continue reading →

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Rolling Stone Releases List Of 10 Kpop Groups Most Likely To Break In The US

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Xxxtine

Rolling Stone released their list of 10 K-pop groups most likely to break in America. Of the list are the obvious names, while others were kind of surprising. The list, needless to say, sparked much discussion in Kpop forums all … Continue reading →

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HELPLESS (화차) Korean Mystery Thriller Review

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Xxxtine

Prepare yourself for a compellingly complex and layered mystery thriller that leaves you wondering who really is left Helpless. Soon to be married Mun-ho (LEE Sun-kyun) and Seon-yeong (KIM Min-hee) are on their way to Mun-ho’s parents place when they … Continue reading →

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Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival Kicks Off April 26 To May 6

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Xxxtine

Hot Docs, The Canadian International Documentary Festival held annually in Toronto kicks off April 26-May 6. Opening the festival is Ai WeiWei: Never Sorry (USA/China) following China’s most renowned artist and activist. Special this year is the addition of the … Continue reading →

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“Merantau” Indonesian Martial Arts Movie Review

Posted on April 12, 2012 by tinabot

In Merantau, Yuda (Iko Uwais), a young man from rural Indonesia trained in the martial art of silat harimau, heads off on a coming-of-age journey called a merantau. On his journey, he aims to go to the urban center of … Continue reading →

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Having An Asian Moment: The Movie “Single Asian Female”

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Dino-Ray

Among all the Asian-centric films I saw at SXSW this year, Single Asian Female was probably the most disturbing…and in a weird, creepy way, it was one of the most heartfelt. Directed by San Francisco-based filmmaker Debbie Lum, the documentary … Continue reading →

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The Descendants Review: Justified Whitewashing?

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Jeff

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh0MD9vtzmg I first heard about The Descendants movie from Susan‘s post that asked if this movie was a “whitewashed” version of Hawaii. After garnering attention with a Golden Globe Award and Oscar nominations, the Wife and I were intrigued.  George … Continue reading →

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East West Players Announce Faces of the Future Playwriting Competition Winners

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Guest Writer

This review was originally posted on Blogging Los Angeles and has been republished here with permission. By Chris The LA-based Asian-American theater group East West Players recently announced winners of their “Faces of the Future” playwriting competition. The competition “explores … Continue reading →

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Jiro Dreams of Sushi Documentary Review

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Mike

“Once you decide on your occupation, you must immerse yourself in your work. You have to fall in love with your work. Never complain about your job. You must dedicate your life to mastering your skill. That’s the secret of … Continue reading →

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Adam WarRock’s You Dare Call That Thing Human?!? New Album Review

Posted on February 14, 2012 by William

Adam WarRock’s (aka. Eugene Ahn) new album, You Dare Call That Thing Human?!? now available, has in this author’s opinion redefined how people will look at the nerd and geek music scene.  Following on from 8asian’s  first interview with him … Continue reading →

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