We recently held our 18th edition of the Austin Asian American Film Festival from June 24-28, 2026, and it was a whirlwind of nostalgia as we pulled our photo gallery together. In those five days, we squeezed in watching 34 films, a 2-day VR activation, film industry gatherings, daily parties, and even 3 days of icy treats (Wed-Fri) that the staff repeatedly told me I need to budget for again next year.
Before we move forward, I wanted to take a step back and highlight our Letters that were in the 2026 program from our Board President, Artistic Director, and me about what this year meant to us! Read to the end for a code for 3 free hi-res photo downloads to our 2026 AAAFF memories.
Sometimes the scariest things out there are the ones that comes from within…Check out our staff roundup of 4 thrillers and horror films for the spooky vibes this Halloween!
Jia Zhangke’s Caught by the Tides plays at the AFS Cinema through Thursday, May 29th. To mark its Austin theatrical run—co-presented by our own AAVClub—AAAFF programmer Josh Martin takes an in-depth look at the film and its history.
March was an eventful month from Diasporic Disco Queer Prom to SXSW. Let’s get into it and debrief!
With A Brighter Summer Day playing at the AFS through this weekend (first week of April 2024), we’re resharing an article on the film written by AAAFF Special Programs & Film Programmer, Josh Martin, back in 2016.
The 2022 Fantastic Fest is upon us taking place in-person and online! Our programmer Josh Martin has compiled this awesome guide of all the Asian and AAPI films that will screen this year. Click here to take a look at the schedule and to purchase tickets. Fantastic Fest takes place September 22 - 29 at Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar and September 29 - October 4 if you prefer the comfort of your couch. Get your genre and horror viewing on!
Our work at the Austin Asian American Film Festival (AAAFF) is rooted in expanding and deepening understanding of the AAPI experience. AAAFF will continue to uplift and provide avenues for anyone affected by the overturning of Roe v. Wade to share their stories and learn about the resources they need to make decisions for their reproductive health.
