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PAAFF Picks

This collection of shorts have no particular theme except for the fact that they are some of this year’s PAAFF Programmers’ favorites. Enjoy!

Program curated by PAAFF Programmers

Pre-recorded Q&A available with rental.

In this program


Eyes and Horns

Eyes and Horns

Directed by Chaerin Im

Inspired by Picasso’s Vollard Suite, the transformation of the masculine Minotaur leads to the destruction of the boundaries between the sexes.

Kāhuli

Kāhuli

Directed by Chris Johns

A cinéma vérité documentary that offers a glimpse into this largely unknown and complex world through the eyes of cultural and scientific experts, each of whom guide us through what stands to be lost if Hawai‘i’s snails go extinct.

Living the Silent Dream

Living the Silent Dream

Directed by Deddy Raksawardana

A film about the struggles of the Indonesian community in Philadelphia, as they attempt to achieve the American Dream.

Duet

Duet

Directed by Shae Xu

After they’ve long since drifted apart from each other, a high school music teacher meets an old colleague. When they decide to perform together as piano-duet partners, unspoken feelings inevitably resurface

Spider

Spider

Directed by Minami Goto

A young woman descends upon a household seeking revenge for her sister’s attack and is presented with two possible targets. Both protest their innocence once the battle commences.

CYMK (Colors You May Know)

CYMK (Colors You May Know)

Directed by David Chai

Inspired by the terrible killings, hatred, and division of 2020, here’s a friendly reminder from your besties at House of Chai to embrace our differences and love one another.