DisOrient 2024

Shorts Program: Seeds of Justice Remix

Expired March 18, 2024 6:59 AM
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6 films in package
Mia's Mission
Born in an internment camp, coming out at 60, and still fighting for justice at 78, Mia Yamamoto is a trailblazing transgender lawyer and activist who inspires change in L.A. and beyond. “Mia’s Mission” is a documentary that celebrates her remarkable life and legacy.
She Marches in Chinatown
A documentary that celebrates the history and resilience of the 71 year-old Seattle Chinese Community Girls Drill Team, a unique group of empowered Asian American women who perform military drills in traditional Chinese costumes.
CitizenShip of Mixed Emotions
This meditative videopoem reflects on recent anti-Asian hate incidents, including one at Wing Luke museum in Seattle and one in Georgetown, Texas. Psychiatrist, poet and filmmaker Ravi Chandra explores love, hate, identity, and suffering, and commits us solemnly to the fight against racism and violence.
Real Soul
A Chinese-American comic artist and activist shares her story of finding balance and purpose in her art, family, and social justice work. “Real Soul” is a documentary that showcases the power and diversity of Asian American voices.
Stop Asian Hate, Love One Another
A musical journey into a remedy for hate.
Because of You, I Am.
A documentary that celebrates the life and legacy of PJ and Roy Hirabayashi, a couple who founded San Jose Taiko, a pioneering Japanese American musical group. The film explores their artistic innovation, cultural identity, social activism, and enduring love through the lens of taiko.
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A Chinese-American comic artist and activist shares her story of finding balance and purpose in her art, family, and social justice work. “Real Soul” is a documentary that showcases the power and diversity of Asian American voices.


Director Bio:

Katie Quan (she/her) is a third generation Chinese American. She is a comic artist, community advocate, and educator. In 2020, Katie founded REALSOUL, an educational toolkit, exploring Asian American history through art and discussion. Her comics and illustrations tell diverse stories of Asian American joy, struggle, solidarity, and intersectionality.

  • Year
    2023
  • Runtime
    6 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Premiere
    World Premiere
  • Director
    Katie Quan, Michelle Hanks
  • Producer
    James Chan
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