Asian American Women Media Makers

Asian American Women Media Makers We celebrate the achievements of Asian American women filmmakers and advocate for equity in access to media production resources.

Asian American Women Media Makers is a professional working group founded by a group of entrepreneurial Asian American women filmmakers in the spring of 2012. What started out as a monthly brunch for networking and support to tell our stories in media has expanded into an ongoing conversation to address the issues of underrepresentation and underemployment of our community in mainstream media, and

to find ways to empower ourselves as content creators. Asian American Women Media Makers
Founding Circle:
S. Casper Wong - Chair
Yunah Hong
Kathy Huang

03/16/2026

"KPop Demon Hunters" is ending awards season on top.

The Netflix film, which follows two fictional KPop bands, HUNTR/X and Saja Boys, took home Oscars for best animated feature and best song on Sunday.

Co-director and writer Maggie Kang and producer Michelle Wong became the first people of South Korean descent to ever win in the animated feature category. They accepted the award with co-director Chris Appelhans.

"Golden" also became the first KPop song to win an Oscar.

Read more: nbcnews.app.link/7jmFiPYzx1b

Christine Choy passed away over the weekend. Oscar nominated filmmaker and former chair of the NYU film department, Chri...
12/10/2025

Christine Choy passed away over the weekend. Oscar nominated filmmaker and former chair of the NYU film department, Christine was a force to be reckoned with—stubborn, loud, feisty, and fearless. She was a teacher, activist, and pioneer who paved the road for so many who came after her. We lost a giant in the world of documentary film.

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We are deeply saddened to share that acclaimed filmmaker Christine Choy, director of the landmark POV documentaries WHO KILLED VINCENT CHIN? and HOMES APART, passed away over the weekend.

A fearless storyteller and pioneering voice in Asian American cinema, Christine dedicated her life to illuminating injustice, uplifting unheard communities, and pushing the boundaries of nonfiction filmmaking. Her work continues to inspire generations of filmmakers, activists, and viewers.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, students, and the many artists whose lives she shaped.

Thank you, Christine, for your vision, courage, and uncompromising truth. 💛

04/25/2025

*The Last of the Sea Women* on Apple TV+ is a beautiful and moving documentary that showcases the resilient lives of the Haenyeo, South Korea’s female divers. These extraordinary women dive deep into the ocean to harvest seafood without modern diving equipment, a practice passed down through generations. The film not only celebrates their strength and determination but also highlights the cultural significance of their work in a rapidly changing world. 🌊🌟

04/24/2025

🎬 Reminder: Only 2 weeks left to submit to Viet Film Fest 2025!
Submissions close May 6 — don’t miss your chance to share your story on the big screen.

❣️ We’re looking for films by Vietnamese filmmakers and stories that highlight the Vietnamese experience — short or feature!
📚 Student discounts available with valid ID.

✨ Don’t wait — submit your film today via the link below!
https://filmfreeway.com/VietFilmFest

🏷️ Tag a filmmaker who needs to see this.

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05/28/2024

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National Geographic has removed the Emmy-winning film “Retrograde” from its streaming platforms, after criticism from veterans and inquiries from The Washington Post.

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