As Mila navigates an oppressive workplace while finding temporary solace through frequent phone calls from a love interest, a promise of hope leads to tragedy and sad love songs.
23rd New York Asian Film Festival
July 12-28, 2024
Shorts Program 2: Echoes of Her Longing
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New York Premiere
Friday July 12, 4:45pm (Walter Reade Theater, Film at Lincoln Center)
From midnight romance and spiritual family drama to sci-fi rom-com and gangster thriller, these six dynamic short films expand the boundaries of Asian female representation on the silver screen.
World Premiere
Disillusioned by corrupt authorities, Thao and their friends decide to seek street justice against a thieving gang, aiming to foster renewed solidarity and protect their community.
Friday July 12, 4:45pm (Walter Reade Theater, Film at Lincoln Center)
From midnight romance and spiritual family drama to sci-fi rom-com and gangster thriller, these six dynamic short films expand the boundaries of Asian female representation on the silver screen.
East Coast Premiere
In this campy sci-fi rom-com musical, Stella, an undocumented Filipino in pursuit of a green card, goes on a wild karaoke date with a goofy white man that turns the whole world on its ear.
Friday July 12, 4:45pm (Walter Reade Theater, Film at Lincoln Center)
From midnight romance and spiritual family drama to sci-fi rom-com and gangster thriller, these six dynamic short films expand the boundaries of Asian female representation on the silver screen.
East Coast Premiere
Wrestling with a compulsion towards self-harm and pain, isolated law student Mia (Sonoya Mizuno, Ex-Machina) meets Josie, whose connection leads them into uncharted territory as the night progresses.
Friday July 12, 4:45pm (Walter Reade Theater, Film at Lincoln Center)
From midnight romance and spiritual family drama to sci-fi rom-com and gangster thriller, these six dynamic short films expand the boundaries of Asian female representation on the silver screen.
International Premiere
A visit from a free-spirited friend threatens the delicate balance of newlywed couple, Chu (Kiyohiko Shibukawa, Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy) and Sara (Ryo Matsuura, December, NYAFF 2023).
Friday July 12, 4:45pm (Walter Reade Theater, Film at Lincoln Center)
From midnight romance and spiritual family drama to sci-fi rom-com and gangster thriller, these six dynamic short films expand the boundaries of Asian female representation on the silver screen.
East Coast Premiere
Upon hearing of her estranged mother’s passing, Vietnamese-Korean May returns to Vietnam after two decades, determined to uncover the truth behind her parents’ separation.
Friday July 12, 4:45pm (Walter Reade Theater, Film at Lincoln Center)
From midnight romance and spiritual family drama to sci-fi rom-com and gangster thriller, these six dynamic short films expand the boundaries of Asian female representation on the silver screen.
