TEXAS PREMIERE

Part of this year’s Not-So-Short Shorts

When the Eaton Fire destroyed thousands of homes in Altadena, one Korean family’s restaurant survived, though they lost their own home. Supported by their community and organizations, they turned their parking lot into a distribution center, providing meals and clothing to those in need. World-renowned artist Robert Vargas painted a hopeful mural on their wall, symbolizing how art can bring healing and renewal. Told through mixed media and personal home footage, this film reveals a powerful story of resilience, generosity, and recovery rising through the ashes.

DIRECTOR: Myles Mikio Matsuno
LENGTH: 30 minutes
LANGUAGE: English, Korean, Spanish
COUNTRY: United States
GENRE: Documentary Short