Changing Directions Interview Series: Mye Hoang - Director of Cat Daddies for HIFF 2021

Mye Hoang joins the TwoOhSix Podcast during the 2021 Hawai'i International Film Festival to talk about Cat Daddies, her brand new documentary. Being a former cat daddy myself, I was really excited to watch this film and speak to Mye about how the movie came together.

Aimee Long Interview for A Shot Through the Wall at #LAAPFF2021

Aimee Long joins the TwoOhSix Podcast during the 2021 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival to talk about her movie A Shot Through the Wall. We talk about releasing a movie that dives right into the heart of some of the more culturally relevant topics of our time, putting together an amazing cast, and the difference between virtual and in person film festivals.

Patricio Ginelsa interview for Lumpia with a Vengeance at #LAAPFF2021

Patricio Ginelsa joins the TwoOhSix Podcast during the 2021 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival to talk about his movie Lumpia with a Vengeance. We talk about how the film was crowd funded and wouldn't have been possible without community support, making a movie focused on Filipino culture, and growing up with comic books and super heroes.

Haven Everly Interview for The Girl Who Left Home at #LAAPFF2021

Haven Everly joins the TwoOhSix Podcast during the 2021 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival to talk about her movie The Girl Who Left Home. We talk about how she got the role, making a movie focused on Filipino culture, and Haven even graced the podcast with her amazing singing voice.

TwoOhSix Podcast Interviews for #LAAPFF: Aimee Long, Haven Everly, and Patricio Ginelsa

One of my favorite parts of covering films festivals is having the opportunity to speak with filmmakers from all over the world. The conversations are always entertaining and I have learned so much from speaking with directors, producers, and actors who are so passionate and knowledgeable about their craft. The 2021 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival was no exception as I was able to set up interviews with three amazing individuals and now here are the results of those conversations.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Erika Cohn - Director of Belly of the Beast

Filmmaker Erika Cohn joins the Changing Directions podcast interview series to talk about her game changing documentary Belly of the Beast. You can watch the film for free on PBS Independent Lens through the end of July.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Lou Nakasako - Producer of Try Harder!

Producer and cinematographer Lou Nakasako joined the Changing Directions interview series during the Sundance Film Festival to discuss the premiere of Try Harder!, a documentary that is continuing to play at festivals throughout the year including the Austin Asian American Film Festival and the Bentonville Film Festival.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Hui Tong - Co-Director of Curtain Up!

Filmmaker Hui Tong checks in from Beijing to talk about Curtain Up!, a documentary he co-directed with fellow director and producer Kelly Ng. Curtain Up!, an official selection of the 2021 Austin Asian American Film Festival, raises timely topics while shining a spotlight on some truly talented children.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: CJ Hunt - Director of The Neutral Ground

Director CJ Hunt joins the Changing Directions podcast interview series to discuss his new documentary The Neutral Ground. The film is one that should be required viewing in the same vein as other recent documentaries Far East Deep South and Summer of Soul.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Michele Josue - Director of Nurse Unseen

Award winning director Michele Josue took some time to discuss Nurse Unseen, her latest project which is currently in production after a successful Kickstarter campaign.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Antoinette Jadaone - Director of Fan Girl

Antoinette Jadaone joins the Changing Directions podcast interview series to talk about Fan Girl, her latest feature film. Fan Girl is an intensely emotional drama that will make you take a hard look at both sides of pop culture fandom.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Leslie Alejandro and Dani de Jesus - Creators of Gold

The filmmaking dynamic duo of Leslie Alejandro and Dani de Jesus joins the Changing Directions interview series to discuss their latest project called Gold, a music video featuring Ella Jay Basco and Ruby Ibarra. The video was screened as part of the 2021 CAAMFest programming and has been receiving critical acclaim from media outlets all across the country.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Mei Makino - Director of Inbetween Girl

Mei Makino joins the Changing Directions podcast series to talk about her debut feature film Inbetween Girl which premiered at SXSW and is an official selection of CAAMFest. When it comes to representation,  Inbetween Girl is a genuinely fun coming of age comedy refreshingly told from an Asian American perspective.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Mari Walker and Lynn Chen - Director and Star of See You Then

Mari Walker and Lynn Chen join the Changing Directions podcast series to talk about their new movie See You Then which premiered at SXSW and is an official selection of CAAMFest. When it comes to representation, See You Then is a very necessary movie and it's so important to move these types of conversations forward.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Yung Chang - Director of Wuhan Wuhan

Award winning director Yung Chang joins the Changing Directions podcast interview series to talk about Wuhan Wuhan, a powerful new documentary about the early days of the pandemic. The director has crafted a compelling and inspiring story out of footage compiled at the onset of one of the worst natural disasters we have ever seen.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Rick Castaneda & Greena Park - Director and Star of All Sorts

Director Rick Castaneda and actress Greena Park join the Changing Directions podcast series to talk about their movie All Sorts which world premiered during the 2021 Seattle International Film Festival. The story is a mix of offbeat antics, creative fantasy, and heartwarming rom-comedy all brought to life by a perfectly put together cast of characters and a talented director who is a true hometown hero.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Ema Ryan Yamazaki - Director of Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams

Director Ema Ryan Yamazaki joins the Changing Directions podcast series to talk about her documentary Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams. Yamazaki hits a home run with this highly entertaining documentary about the annual high school baseball tournament that is considered to be the biggest sporting even in Japan.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Sabrina Doyle - Director of Lorelei

Director Sabrina Doyle joins the Changing Directions podcast series to talk about Lorelei, her award winning debut feature film. Lorelei is one of those movies that sneaks up on you with emotionally powerful performances and a relatable story that steers far away from any type of Hollywood story telling or fairy tale endings.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Mallorie Ortega - Director of The Girl Who Left Home

Director Mallorie Ortega joins the Changing Directions podcast series to talk about her debut film, The Girl Who Left Home. Mallorie's debut feature film is filled with promise and entertaining performances. Job well done all the way around.

Changing Directions Podcast Series: Larissa Lam and Baldwin Chiu - Far East Deep South

Director Larissa Lam and Producer Baldwin Chiu join the Changing Directions podcast series to talk about their documentary, Far East Deep South. The documentary is heart wrenching because of the generations of history the Chiu family has lost and it is also filled with hope because of how much of that history has been recovered for future generations to learn from and appreciate.