Pacific Arts Movement presents Asian and Asian American Pacific Islander media arts to San Diego residents and visitors in order to inspire, entertain, and support a more compassionate society.

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A three-day presentation of Asian and Asian American cinema. April 24 - 26, 2026

Pacific Arts Movement presents Asian and Asian American Pacific Islander media arts to San Diego residents and visitors in order to inspire, entertain, and support a more compassionate society.

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SDAFF Spring Showcase 2026 Closing Night Film: Y Vân: The Lost Sounds of Saigon

The 15th SDAFF Spring Showcase closes with Y Vân: The Lost Sounds of Saigon, a moving tribute to legendary composer Y Vân. Through archival footage and personal storytelling, the film traces his enduring musical legacy and its resonance across generations of the Vietnamese diaspora. Tickets available now at sdaff.org

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Prelim Coffee Pop-Up @ Spring Showcase

Prelim Coffee, founded by San Diego locals Carlo and Justin, is a coffee cart built on bringing community together through the drinks we serve and the experiences we get to share and create with each and everyone we meet. We are more than a mobile coffee cart, we're mobile friends.Located outside of UltraStar. Free entry and open to the public.

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Film Screening

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SDAFF Spring Showcase 2026 Opening Night Film: THE ROAD TO SYDNEY

The 15th SDAFF Spring Showcase opens with THE ROAD TO SYDNEY, a moving story of identity, belonging, and unexpected connection. When a mysterious letter sends young Māori woman Mary Stevens from New Zealand to North Yorkshire in search of her past, her journey takes an unforeseen turn—leading her into a new life shaped by secrets, solitude, and possibility. Tickets available now at sdaff.org

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Education Programs

Reel Voices

Empowering local high school students to learn the art of documentary filmmaking.

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Internships

Working with developing creatives to launch community events.

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School Partnerships

Developing film experiences with local San Diego schools.

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We bring time-bending realities, tender fandoms and cinematic adventures to San Diego.

And if we’re really showing off — the largest showcase of Asian and Asian American cinema in North America — the San Diego Asian Film Festival.

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Bringing Global Cinema to San Diego and Local Filmmakers to the Big Screen: 26th San Diego Asian Film Festival Announces Full Lineup

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First Look: 26th San Diego Asian Film Festival Brings Highly Anticipated Films from Busan, Cannes, TIFF, Tribeca, and Venice to San Diego

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