MODEL MINORITY, my debut feature, is a redemptive, yet cautionary tale of urban city life, dysfunctional families and drug dealers as seen through the eyes of hapa Japanese American teen, Kayla Tanaka.
Laurels, awards and other accomplishments:
Winner:
Best Drama, Best Director - Asians on Film Festival
George C. Lin Emerging Filmmaker - DC APA Film Festival
Audience Choice Award for Best Feature - Asian American International Film Festival (NY)
Outstanding Director, Best New Actress, Outstanding Cinematography - LA Asian Pacific Film Festival
Golden Ace Award - Las Vegas Film Festival
Nominee:
Emerging Director, Narrative Feature - Asian American International Film Festival (NY)
Grand Jury Award, Narrative Feature - LA Asian Pacific Film Festival
Official Selection:
Hawaii International Film Festival
Ojai Film Festival
Vancouver Asian Film Festival
Boston Asian American Film Festival
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Congratulations on your film; the trailer looks great! See you in Sacramento.