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| Opening film | Victory by Park Beom-su |
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| Closing film | Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In by Soi Cheang |
| Location | Film at Lincoln Center, New York |
| Founded | 2002 |
| Awards |
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| Hosted by | New York Asian Film Foundation Inc. |
| Artistic director | Samuel Jamier |
| No. of films | 94 films |
| Festival date | Opening: 12 July 2024 Closing: 28 July 2024 |
| Language | International |
| Website | NYAFF |
The 23rd New York Asian Film Festival was held in New York on 12 July with World Premiere of South Korean film Victory by Park Beom-su, who attended the screening in person. In the 23rd edition 94 titles were screened in person. The film selection featured both contemporary and timeless titles from various Asian countries, as well as beyond, showcasing nine world premieres, 12 international premieres, and 38 North American premieres.[1] Films from various genres from China, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, Mongolia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, and beyond were screened.[2][3]
In Star Asia Awards category, Asian stars were honoured with various awards such as: Nicholas Tse a Hong Kong actor, singer, songwriter, entrepreneur and TV chef with Screen International Star Asia Award; Zhang Jianian (Tai Bo), Hong Kong and Taiwan film actor, with Screen International Star Asia Lifetime Achievement Award; Lee Hye-ri, a South Korean actress, singer, and television personality, with Screen International Rising Star Asia Award; and Kento Yamazaki a Japanese actor and model, with Best from the East Award.[2][4]
The festival was closed on 28 July with Hong Kong director Soi Cheang's film Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In. A Malaysian co-production film Snow in Midsummer by Chong Keat Aun won the Uncaged Award for best feature film. It revolves around Ah Eng, a young woman, and her mother who lose contact with the father and brother of the former amid political riots. The Audience Award was awarded to Thailand film How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies by Pat Boonnitipat. , which follows M, a university dropout low on money and luck, volunteers to take care of his terminally ill grandmother in the hopes for an inheritance.[5] In his closing speech the NYAFF Executive Director and President of the New York Asian Film Foundation Samuel Jamier said, "this year’s edition had "shattered expectations, we’ve witnessed an unprecedented 33% growth in both attendance and box office revenue, and one-third of our screenings sold out within days." He further said, "This year’s festival also showcased a broader range of narratives, from intimate personal dramas to epic historical sagas, reflecting the rich tapestry of Asian storytelling."[6]
- ^ Rosser, Michael (July 13, 2024). ""We're taking risks": How New York Asian Film Festival's biggest ever edition is mixing star power with new talent". ScreenDaily. Retrieved July 21, 2024.
- ^ a b "The New York Asian Film Foundation And Film At Lincoln Center Unveil The Uncaged Competition Lineup, More Award Honorees, And Special Guests For 23rd Edition Of The New York Asian Film Festival". NYAFF. June 18, 2024. Retrieved July 21, 2024.
- ^ MacDonald, Joan (June 14, 2024). "23rd New York Asian Film Festival Announces Slate Of 2024 Films". Forbes. Retrieved July 21, 2024.
- ^ Rosser, Michael (July 12, 2024). "South Korea's Lee Hye-ri talks cheerleader film 'Victory' and future plans (exclusive)". ScreenDaily. Retrieved July 21, 2024.
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