OZAsia showcase explores migrant identity

A showcase of vibrant works by emerging Asian-Australian independent filmmakers will feature as part of South Australia’s annual OzAsia Festival, put together by screen and media lecturer Dr Nicholas Godfrey.

Dr Godfrey has chosen works by directors Allison Chhorn, Matthew Victor Pastor and Audrey Lam, noting the trio as some of Australia’s most arresting filmmakers in their exploration of migrant identity.

The Plastic House, a 45-minute feature by Allison Chhorn, will screen at Iris Cinema on 24 October. A window into the cultural mindset of a second-generation Cambodian migrant, the story follows a girl’s journey after she takes over the family green house upon the death of her parents.

The screening is followed by two short films by Audrey Lam. A Pocketful of Song shares stories from the gentle perspective of an elderly coin and stamp shop owner who is living and trading within the bustle of a busy market street. A River Twice enlists the simile of a boat meandering through a river to share a father’s turning thoughts about his daughter and the passing years.

Repent or Perish directed by Matthew Victor will screen on 25 October at the Mercury Cinema. This coming of age film is set three days before Australia’s 2017 same-sex marriage plebiscite. It delivers an authentic and historical voice through 24 hours in the life of Amos, a young gay man, his drug-dealer sister and their conservative Filipino Christian father.

The OzAsia Festival takes place from 17 October to 3 November. Flinders  Jembatan is again partnering on the highly acclaimed national celebration of theatre, dance, music, visual arts, literature, film, food and cultural events from across Asia.

Find out more about the film showcase and book tickets on the event page

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