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Interview with Elizabeth Van Meter, Director Thao’s Library

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1. How did you introduce the idea of making a film to Thao and her family? Tell us about their reaction and the process of building trust with them. My relationship with Thao started as a friendship. I first saw her photograph and knew I had to meet her no matter what. The film was…

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Viet Film Fest 2018

October 12-14, 2018
AMC Orange 30
at The Outlets at Orange
20 City Blvd West Suite E
Orange, CA 92868-3130


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2 weeks ago

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Happy Sunday everyone! That means 4 more weeks until the early bird deadline for submissions is over for Viet Film Fest 2018! Please share far and wide.

VIET FILM FEST 2018 CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS

Viet Film Fest is looking for creative works from Vietnamese filmmakers and/or those that speak to the Vietnamese experience for our 2018 film festival to be held on October 12-14, 2018 at the AMC Orange 30 (Outlets of Orange). Entry forms can be filled out online at www.vietfilmfest.com or form.jotform.com/80658725300152. The submission deadline is May 15, 2018 (early bird: April 30, 2018).

PRODUCTIONS ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION:
Feature-length and short productions of any content (not necessarily related to Vietnam or Vietnamese) by persons of Vietnamese descent living anywhere around the world OR productions by anyone about Vietnamese people or culture in the following categories:

Narrative

Documentary

Experimental

Animation

*Films must have English subtitles if they are not in the English language.

*Rough cuts are acceptable with final film versions shown in October 2018

ENTRY FEE:
Short Film:

Student:

– early bird: $20

– by 5/15/18: $30

Non-student:

– early bird: $25

– by 5/15/18: $35

Feature Film:

Student:

– early bird: $35

– by 5/15/18: $45

Non-student:

– early bird: $45

– by 5/15/18: $55

**Student entries must attach student ID or proof of enrollment at an accredited university/school

ENTRY DEADLINE: Entries MUST BE UPLOADED ONLINE or POSTMARKED no later than May 15, 2018. We will announce final selections by early July.

Through the universal language of film, Viet Film Fest brings together multiple perspectives to expand the scope and horizons of Vietnamese cinema. As the hub of the Vietnamese movie industry, the festival hosts networking opportunities with prominent directors, media experts, and producers. We are proud to be a central platform for filmmakers of Vietnamese descent to tell their stories the way they want them to be told. Viet Film Fest welcomes your support in our collaborative project to use cinema as tool for spotlighting our diversity of voices. In our annual tradition, Viet Film Fest will present the Grand-Jury Trống Đồng Awards for Best Feature Film and Best Short Film, Best Actor and Best Actress. Audience members will also have a chance to vote for the Audience Choice Award for feature and short films.

Đại Hội Điện Ảnh Việt Nam Quốc Tế (Viet Film Fest) 2018 Thông Cáo Tuyển Phim
Hạn sớm: 30 tháng 04, 2018

Hạn chót gửi phim: 15 tháng 05, 2018

SANTA ANA – Hạn chót gửi phim tham dự Đại Hội Điện Ảnh Việt Nam Quốc Tế (Viet Film Fest) 2018 là ngày 15 tháng 05, 2018.

Viet Film Fest nhận tác phẩm của các đạo diễn đến từ tất cả quốc gia trên thế giới với điều kiện sau đây:

Phim của đạo diễn người Việt hoặc gốc Việt có thể đề cập bất cứ đề tài nào, không nhất thiết phải mang đề tài về con người hoặc văn hóa Việt Nam.
Phim của các đạo diễn không phải người Việt hoặc gốc Việt thì phải liên quan đến con người hoặc văn hóa Việt Nam.
Phim phải có phụ đề tiếng Anh nếu không nói tiếng Anh.
Chúng tôi nhận phim dài và phim ngắn ở các thể loại sau đây:

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Phim tài liệu
Phim thử nghiệm
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Special invitation from the Viet Stories: Vietnamese American Oral History Project

Join us for a special 10-year+ anniversary FREE showing of the historic film, JOURNEY FROM THE FALL
and a special viewing of this historic exhibition,
VIET STORIES: Recollections & Regenerations,
THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 2018

5:30pm - Reception & Viewing of VIET STORIES Exhibition
7:00pm - Film showing followed by Q&A with Cast & Crew, including legendary actress Kieu Chinh
& moderated by Ysa Le, Executive Director, VAALA

RSVP BY APRIL 9 TO RESERVE YOUR TICKETS HERE:
www.eventbrite.com/e/viet-stories-recollections-regenerations-exhibition-and-journey-from-the-fal...

THIS EVENT IS FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC SO FORWARD THIS INVITE TO YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS

THIS EVENT IS CO-PRESENTED BY:
Viet Stories: Vietnamese American Oral History Project
VAALA: Vietnamese American Arts and Letters Association
Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum

Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

Inspired by the true stories of Vietnamese refugees who fled their country after the fall of Saigon in 1975—and those who were forced to stay behind —Journey From The Fall depicts one family’s struggle for freedom. Directed/Written by Ham Tran ; Produced by Lam Ngoc Nguyen; Costume Designed by Bao Tranchi; and Starring Kieu Chinh, Long Nguyen, Diem Lien, Nguyen Thai Nguyen, Jayvee Mai The Hiep - State Farm Agent, Khanh Doan & Cat Ly.
Tram Le Linda Vo
...

Join us for a special 10-year+ anniversary FREE showing of the historic film, JOURNEY FROM THE FALL and a special viewing of this historic exhibition, VIET STORIES: Recollections & Regenerations, THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 2018 5:30pm - Reception & Viewing of VIET STORIES Exhibition 7:00pm - Film showing followed by Q&A with Cast & Crew, including legendary actress Kieu Chinh & moderated by Ysa Le, Executive Director, VAALA RSVP BY APRIL 9 TO RESERVE YOUR TICKETS HERE: www.eventbrite.com/e/viet-stories-recollections-regenerations-exhibition-and-journey-from-the-fal... THIS EVENT IS FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC SO FORWARD THIS INVITE TO YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS THIS EVENT IS CO-PRESENTED BY: Viet Stories: Vietnamese American Oral History Project VAALA: Vietnamese American Arts and Letters Association Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886 Inspired by the true stories of Vietnamese refugees who fled their country after the fall of Saigon in 1975—and those who were forced to stay behind —Journey From The Fall depicts one family’s struggle for freedom. Directed/Written by Ham Tran ; Produced by Lam Ngoc Nguyen; Costume Designed by Bao Tranchi; and Starring Kieu Chinh, Long Nguyen, Diem Lien, Nguyen Thai Nguyen, Jayvee Mai The Hiep - State Farm Agent, Khanh Doan & Cat Ly. Tram Le Linda Vo

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VIET FILM FEST 2018 CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS

Viet Film Fest is looking for creative works from Vietnamese filmmakers and/or those that speak to the Vietnamese experience for our 2018 film festival to be held on October 12-14, 2018 at the AMC Orange 30 (Outlets of Orange). Entry forms can be filled out online at www.vietfilmfest.com or form.jotform.com/80658725300152. The submission deadline is May 15, 2018 (early bird: April 30, 2018).

PRODUCTIONS ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION:
Feature-length and short productions of any content (not necessarily related to Vietnam or Vietnamese) by persons of Vietnamese descent living anywhere around the world OR productions by anyone about Vietnamese people or culture in the following categories:

Narrative

Documentary

Experimental

Animation

*Films must have English subtitles if they are not in the English language.

*Rough cuts are acceptable with final film versions shown in October 2018

ENTRY FEE:
Short Film:

Student:

– early bird: $20

– by 5/15/18: $30

Non-student:

– early bird: $25

– by 5/15/18: $35

Feature Film:

Student:

– early bird: $35

– by 5/15/18: $45

Non-student:

– early bird: $45

– by 5/15/18: $55

**Student entries must attach student ID or proof of enrollment at an accredited university/school

ENTRY DEADLINE: Entries MUST BE UPLOADED ONLINE or POSTMARKED no later than May 15, 2018. We will announce final selections by early July.

About VFF: As the largest international Vietnamese film festival in the world, Viet Film Fest showcases the best creative work by and about Vietnamese people. Our award-winning films have been screened in numerous cities and countries. Viet Film Fest was created in 2003 by the Vietnamese American Arts & Letters Association (VAALA) to celebrate the many stories about Vietnamese people. Now running successfully for over a decade, the festival has attracted thousands of national and international attention for its stunning showcase of shorts and features submitted from many corners of the world.

Through the universal language of film, Viet Film Fest brings together multiple perspectives to expand the scope and horizons of Vietnamese cinema. As the hub of the Vietnamese movie industry, the festival hosts networking opportunities with prominent directors, media experts, and producers. We are proud to be a central platform for filmmakers of Vietnamese descent to tell their stories the way they want them to be told. Viet Film Fest welcomes your support in our collaborative project to use cinema as tool for spotlighting our diversity of voices. In our annual tradition, Viet Film Fest will present the Grand-Jury Trống Đồng Awards for Best Feature Film and Best Short Film, Best Actor and Best Actress. Audience members will also have a chance to vote for the Audience Choice Award for feature and short films.

About VAALA: Founded in 1991, the Vietnamese American Arts & Letters Association (VAALA) is a community-based, 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that seeks to connect and enrich communities through Vietnamese arts and culture.

(TIẾNG VIỆT)

Đại Hội Điện Ảnh Việt Nam Quốc Tế (Viet Film Fest) 2018 Thông Cáo Tuyển Phim
Hạn sớm: 30 tháng 04, 2018

Hạn chót gửi phim: 15 tháng 05, 2018

SANTA ANA – Hạn chót gửi phim tham dự Đại Hội Điện Ảnh Việt Nam Quốc Tế (Viet Film Fest) 2018 là ngày 15 tháng 05, 2018.

Viet Film Fest nhận tác phẩm của các đạo diễn đến từ tất cả quốc gia trên thế giới với điều kiện sau đây:

Phim của đạo diễn người Việt hoặc gốc Việt có thể đề cập bất cứ đề tài nào, không nhất thiết phải mang đề tài về con người hoặc văn hóa Việt Nam.
Phim của các đạo diễn không phải người Việt hoặc gốc Việt thì phải liên quan đến con người hoặc văn hóa Việt Nam.
Phim phải có phụ đề tiếng Anh nếu không nói tiếng Anh.
Chúng tôi nhận phim dài và phim ngắn ở các thể loại sau đây:

Phim truyện
Phim tài liệu
Phim thử nghiệm
Hoạt họa
Xin vào thăm trang nhà www.VietFilmFest.com để điền đơn và đóng lệ phí tham dự.
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Viet Film Fest 2018

October 12-14, 2018

at AMC Orange 30 (inside The Outlets at Orange)

20 City Blvd West Suite E Orange, CA 92868-3130


We are proud to be a central platform for the voices of Vietnamese filmmakers and stories about the Vietnamese people. Viet Film Fest welcomes your support in our collaborative project to use cinema as a tool for spotlighting our diversity of voices.

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