Pacific Arts Movement presents Asian and Asian American Pacific Islander media arts to San Diego residents and visitors in order to inspire, entertain, and support a more compassionate society.

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A week-long presentation of Asian cinema. April 26 - May 1, 2025

Pacific Arts Movement presents Asian and Asian American Pacific Islander media arts to San Diego residents and visitors in order to inspire, entertain, and support a more compassionate society.

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Events

Film Screening

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Reel Voices 2025 World Premiere Screening & Reception

Celebrate 20 years of youth storytelling and support the next generation of filmmakers.

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Film Screening

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SDAFF 2025 Awards Gala

Join Pacific Arts Movement for a star-studded gala at our biggest night of the year – the San Diego Asian Film Festival Gala Awards.

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Film Screening

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SDAFF 2025 Opening Night

Kick off the 26th San Diego Asian Film Festival with us at La Paloma Theatre in Encinitas for an unforgettable opening night celebration. Film TBA.

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Education Programs

Reel Voices

Empowering local high school students to learn the art of documentary filmmaking.

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Internships

Working with developing creatives to launch community events.

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School Partnerships

Developing film experiences with local San Diego schools.

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We bring time-bending realities, tender fandoms and cinematic adventures to San Diego.

And if we’re really showing off — the largest showcase of Asian and Asian American cinema in North America — the San Diego Asian Film Festival.

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Latest News

First Look: 26th San Diego Asian Film Festival Brings Highly Anticipated Films from Busan, Cannes, TIFF, Tribeca, and Venice to San Diego

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Protect My Public Media: A Message From SDAFF Artistic Director Brian Hu

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