UNCAGED: The official online publication of the New York Asian Film Festival
UNCAGED: The official online publication of the New York Asian Film Festival
Help us reach our $20,000 goal on Kickstarter!
Get ready, Asian movie lovers!
- Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at the New York Asian Film Festival?
- Craved for thought-provoking Q&As and insightful interviews post-festival?
- Missing NYAFF?
- Counting down the days till next summer?
- Eager to know more about the films, the makers, and the actors, but couldn't make it to NYAFF?
- Interested in fun facts about the festival?
- Longing to see your idol one more time?
- Want to experience the best and boldest of Asian cinema year-round?
Then UNCAGED has got you covered!
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM UNCAGED ONLINE? An online platform with The UNCAGED Podcast, insightful articles, a Youtube Channel with …
- Exclusive filmmaker interviews year-round: Stay in the loop with Asian and Asian American cinema, beyond just the festival dates.
- Candid discussions about the latest themes and trends in Asian pop culture(s)––Unpack the social and artistic nuances of films from Asia and the Asian diaspora.
- In-depth reviews––Get our take on the latest releases and timeless classics, and discover hidden gems that have slipped under your radar.
Get ready for a spine-tingling experience! Our debut podcast episode takes you behind the scenes of the Hong Kong horror film, Back Home. Dive into an exciting Q&A with the multi-talented Anson Kong, “foxy lady” Bai Ling, and new director Nate Ki. Don't miss out on this thrilling journey! #NYAFFPodcastLaunch #BackHomeBehindTheScenes
How is your pledge helping?
UNCAGED is in its beta phase and already soaring high! We've already launched with 6 podcast episodes, and an open call in mid-November. Your pledges are the fuel that propels us forward!
The funds we raise here are the entire budget we have to fuel the production of content. The budget will be used for production and post-production, web hosting costs, and guest expenses. The more we can raise, the more we can do to promote Asian film and culture through:
Hosting new and established Asian filmmakers, actors, and guest speakersExpanding our online presenceCo-hosting screenings and social events to raise awarenessTranslating our content into a chorus of languagesBuilding a community with film lovers, critics, and young Asian filmmakers
To sustain and elevate this exciting initiative, we need your support!
Check our Kickstarter campaign and discover exclusive perks and rewards we prepared for you, including gift packs, tickets, memberships, and all-star autographed 2023 program books, including Louis Koo, Anson Kong, Ryohei Suzuki, Takumi Saitoh, Lee Hanee, and more!
