THE NY ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL

July 12- 25

The New York Asian Film Foundation and Film at Lincoln Center announce the 23rd edition of the New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), running July 12–22 at Film at Lincoln Center, with additional screenings from July 22–28 at the SVA Theatre and July 13–15, 18–21, and 23–25 at LOOK Cinemas W57, plus a special collaborative presentation of films at the Korean Cultural Center New York.

In the past several years, Asian filmmakers have grabbed the attention of audiences world-wide. Here’s an opportunity to see the next generation of artists and ideas being developed on film.

The festival will host the premieres of20 feature debuts, its largest lineup of newcomers ever, and features an amplified number of films focusing on LGBTQ+ characters and themes, including several that represent touchpoints in queer cinema

Opening Night is the July 12 world premiere of Park Beom-su’s Victory, a cheerleading epic that’s like Bring It On meets Parasite, with a dash of Teen Spirit. Screen International Rising Star Asia honoree Lee Hye-ri (of 3rd-gen K-pop band Girl’s Day) will be on hand alongside her co-star Park Se-wan (of Life Is Beautiful and 6/45) and director Park.