The festival
Founded in 2008, the Boston Asian American Film Festival is a production of the Asian American Resource Workshop and is described as New England's largest Asian American film festival. It presents a program of independent features, documentaries and shorts each October.
Worth knowing
BAAFF gives Asian American filmmakers a platform in the Boston area and often pairs screenings with filmmaker discussions and community events. Its programming emphasizes recent independent work from across the Asian diaspora.
How to attend
The public attends by purchasing tickets through the festival's website, with screenings at Boston-area venues.
Official site →Dates and programs change year to year — check the official site for the current edition.