Tue, Mar 4, 2014
At one time or another, everyone has felt alone - like the only person in the room with long hair or brown skin or braces or a stutter or you name it. Here, Jennifer Betit Yen guides the viewer through several different takes on what it means to feel like the only person like you. . .as though you are a guest in the very place in which you live. Is there a universal place we can all call home, regardless of our race, ethnicity or religion?
Tue, Mar 18, 2014
We all want changes right? We want more jobs, better housing, healthier foods, greener communities. That kind of change starts with action and that action starts with us. As Herbert Read said, to realize that new world we must prefer the values of freedom and equality above all other values. Most importantly, we all have take action to make changes we want to happen, happen. It's a brave new world and this episode is all about the experience of living in it! Special thanks to Floating Heads, Kid Panda, Dorothy Xiao, Matthew Mui, Evan Kodani, Cinnabon Robots, Twelve One Studios
Tue, Apr 8, 2014
The great philosopher Aristotle said that knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom and Lewis Carrol, author of Alice in Wonderland, said "Who in the world am I? Ah, that's the great puzzle." However you look at it, we all go through a journey of self discovery and self definition as we try to find our places in this sometimes crazy-seeming world. Host Jennifer Betit Yen leads us through a series of vignettes exploring the theme of finding one's place, ranging from the serious meanderings in the mind of an artist in "The Illustrator" to a somewhat comical look at what happens when a girl finds herself alone in an apartment with nothing left to her name but 20 pairs of underwear and a toothbrush. We end with a whimsical look at a child's fantasy world. Special thanks to filmmakers JM Rong, Burak Tatar, Wei Yi Lin, Walter Lin and Blue Monster/Team Fish Grenade.
Tue, Apr 15, 2014
Drake and Vix are the top assassins of opposing crime organizations. Now they've been assigned to kill each other but... Meet two assassins that are both so good at what they do, they can't defeat each other. It's a story of rivals and their relationship, of rejecting roles to find peace, of finding that your worst enemy may be your best friend.
Tue, Apr 22, 2014
Ready for an action filled experience in the big city of NEW YORK!? Jennifer Betit Yen guides you through a series of adventures chock-filled with action and featuring all sorts of heroes, from the ones you might expect to the ones you just might not! Also featured in this episode: Jeryl Prescott (who can also be seen in season 1 of Walking Dead and on Modern Family). Special thanks: Kevin Lee, Toy Lei, Blue Core Studios, Eddie LeBron, SoCal Guerrillas, Barkada Inc., The Sexiest of the Bunch.
Tue, Apr 29, 2014
It's the season of love! Everyone finds the one in different ways. Some may be expected, some may be totally out of the blue and this episode of FILM LAB PRESENTS will take you on an exploration of nearly all of them. Special kudos to Pain N Love, The Dream Maker Crew, Team Fluffy Bunny, April Joy Limayo, Eddie Lebron, Fight for Love Game Show, A Green Bowl, Jennifer Betit Yen, Toy Lei, AAFL TV, Kyra Dacosta, Darren Bailey, and James Hutchison.
Tue, May 6, 2014
New York City has it all from the bright lights of Broadway to the exotic cuisine of Restaurant Row and what better place than New York is there in which to fall in love? In this episode, Film Lab takes you on a journey of several different characters who all find romance in the city. Special thanks to AAFL TV, Jennifer Betit Yen, Migina Tsai, Sunhoo Lee, Team Lee Kim, Eddie Shieh, Girard Tecson, James Shih, RiLL Films, Distance, Christian Oh, Candidate, Oz Productions.
Tue, May 13, 2014
Growing up isn't always easy. In fact, sometimes it can be downright difficult! In this episode, Film Lab explores self discovery. From learning about yourself through the help of others to recapturing a childhood long gone, people grow and learn from each lesson and memory of life.
Wed, Aug 27, 2014
In this special episode devoted to dance, STILL provides a beautiful performance piece directed and choreographed by William Lu and brought to us courtesy of the AOF Film Festival and AAFL TV, all about longing, love, loss, and connection - expressed through motion. With gratitude to Scott Eriksson and the Asians on Film Festival, AAFL TV and the Asian American Film Lab.
Wed, Sep 17, 2014
Film Lab Presents a journey from a couple trying to salvage their romantic relationship to a sordid look inside the illegal world of human trafficking. Special guest directors Ryan Hayward, Steven Krimmel, and Eddie Lee. Special thanks to Max Turner, Jennifer Betit Yen, AAFL TV, Peyton Worley, The Jubilee Project, Scott Eriksson, AAFL TV, and AOF Film Festival.
Wed, Sep 24, 2014
Hayden and the Li family are put to the test with a matter that concerns them all...leaving everyone to question as a family, how relative is their connection? Directed by Ryan Hayward and Davis Noir. Starring Allen Theosky Rowe, Jesse Wang, Lee Chen, Sheena Chou. Andrew Abbott, and Jennifer Betit Yen.
Wed, Oct 1, 2014
You love them. You hate them. You may have an up and down relationship with them, but you wouldn't be here without them. An exploration of parenthood. Special guest directors Will Kim, Rodney To and Fan He, with guest stars Xiangliang Kong, Paolo Montalban, Tina Chilip, Crystal Chiu, and Xinyu Liu. Includes special selections "Red Fog" and "Two Weeks," as well as the 4th episode of the bi-weekly comedy series MY NOT SO subCONSCIOUS, starring Jennifer Betit Yen and Kamran Kahn.
Wed, Oct 15, 2014
FILM LAB PRESENTS what happens when the unexpected occurs in people's love lives, from terrible wedding proposals to traveling photographers to unexpected encounters on the train. Special guest directors Amos Ezra Katz and Kamran Khan and guest stars Jennifer Betit Yen, Andy Baldeschwiler, Ray Gunn, Jim Chu, and Katherine Kine.
Wed, Oct 29, 2014
In the finale of My Not So subConscious, Dani weeps over her failed marriage proposal with her friend Nisha. Nisha, who has some ulterior motives of her own, does NOT want to be friend zoned! Then, in an emotional vignette, we find out what happens when a frog, a seamstress and a factory king collide in Chinatown.
Wed, Nov 19, 2014
Kicking off Season III is the episode entitled 'Refund,' which examines the difficulties of getting your money back. Watch what happens when roommates order take out and get themselves into a hairy situation. Then, travel to the distant future where earth memories are purchased in Memory 317 and family member's lives can be restored with a bit of DNA in Return. Finally, the first installment of the fabulously funny series La La Land! The series follows Jessica, a lawyer who decides to pack up and move to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams of acting after being fired from her law firm for her unacceptably high work ethic.
Wed, Nov 26, 2014
What is the cost of keeping secrets? Desire and betrayal will test relationships, friendships and families. This episode features three of the 72 Hour Shootout Films: Himitsu, The Split End & The Necklace. Also featuring up and coming Filmmaker Darshon Crudup's Dilemma, which examines the NYPD's controversial stop and frisk policy through the eyes of a naive young woman.
Wed, Dec 3, 2014
In the golden age of Facebook and online dating, these filmmakers explore how to maintain a healthy relationship status... Or not. Featuring: Dyed, Tastes Like Teriyaki Chicken, Five Years & Breakfast. In Episode 2 of LaLa Land, Jessica struggles to find and stable relationship slash apartment with her roommate, Bunny. It's complicated!
Wed, Dec 10, 2014
A dead end 9 to 5 job, terminal illness, bullies, and "grey" hair... #TheStruggle. Featuring the following 72 Hour Shootout stories: Chasing the Startup Glory, Thick Skin, Fiery, He Got Grey and Rainbow Beautiful. Includes work by filmmakers Ryan Hayward, Jennifer Betit Yen, Blake Tamaki, Migina Tsai, Burak Tatar, Nicholas Molinari, Andrew Cheng, and Hung Vu.
Wed, Dec 17, 2014
A dating show, a reality show, a competition, and web series. Featuring: Case File 69, Underneath The Grey & America's Top Hairball. In Episode 3 of LaLa Land, Jessica and Bunny sign a lease and face a tough decision at dinner when Tammy and Justin order the entire menu and want to split the bill four ways.