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You can see all the short and feature films being screened at the Tigertail Asian Film Festival on this page.

The film descriptions are listed in the order provided to the theater.

 

The theater has confirmed they will follow our screening schedule.

The Ether Tales

“The Ether Tales” is a captivating series of short 
Films that delve into the mysterious and chilling 
aspects of urban life. Each story is a brilliantly 
crafted thriller, exploring the shadowy, thought-provoking 
corners of urban communities.

Patsy

Recently divorced Asian American standup comedian, 'Patsy' has hit rock bottom. She draws from her life to get laughs on stage, but flashbacks reveal gut wrenching loss and love.

The Emerald Wasp

The retelling of the tale of the emerald wasp is the foundation stone to the relationship between Khan and Isabella. How does this story impact on the lives of the teller and of the many who undoubtedly hear this often told tale of the sheer power of nature?

Sidewalk Serendipity

Maria (Elvia Hill), a recently moved and newly single beauty, bumps into the tall and handsome Alexander (Dee Mount) on their way to separate first dates at a local café. The chance encounter sparks curiosity in both of them. As they navigate mishaps and shared laughter, they question the serendipitous nature of their meeting. Will they embrace the unexpected connection? Or is fate planning something entirely different for them?

Status

Madhan and Karthik are best friends. They spend most of their time together. They accidentally meet Divya in a highways seeking for help to attend her interview. Madhan helps Divya and she indeed gets selected in the interview. Madhan and Divya starts their WhatsApp conversation. As days passes on, they become close to each other. Divya texts Madan to meet her and Madhan is getting ready to express his love for Divya. But Divya did not turn up on the day. 
The rest of the story narrates the reason for Divya's hide.

Will You Come Up?

The main character from a prestigious university is forced to work as an apartment security guard due to one wrong choice. 
He's in a nightmare situation that puts him in the test again. 
What choice will he make this time?

Agony

A young married man's psychosis is ripped apart from a traumatic event.

A Good Fight

An exiled warrior has to fight a challenger in ritual combat every fifteen years.

AGF is a genre spin on the frustration and eternal search for identity/expression embedded in the quintessential first generation immigrant experience and its unending bureaucratic rituals

Elizabeth

"Elizabeth" is an action short film with comedic elements.

Strings of Sorrow

A man makes a deal with a demon to save the love of his life.

Go Back Home

Jona is a delivery cyclist living and working in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. However he still dreams of Hong Kong, but he is living the harsh reality he might made a big mistake, regretting his move to the Netherlands instead of living the live of his dreams.

IGWE JONES

This story is about a martial arts expert/private investigator named Igwe Jones. He's embarking on his first case, in which he must help his client, Mrs. Mya Carter, recover a special briefcase, while protecting her from dangerous criminals. As the day progresses, Igwe Jones finds himself in perilous situations that require him to take action.

Alexa

What happens when a woman named Alexa and an Amazon Echo are at the same party? A woman

Bring Them Home

BRING THEM HOME is a short, 30 minute documentary about discarded American heroes, deported military veterans. 

PO ACT | PART 1

A millennium Chinese girl, haunted by a traumatic past filled with family abuse, confronts her severe mental illness. Her quest to recover lost memories becomes a powerful journey of self-discovery, resilience, and healing.

The Lost Son

How does someone forgive when they feel they have been wronged?

Bye Blue

再见蓝

Rui is an insurance case investigator, this time his subject of investigation is Ting, a woman who he had a love affair with in his youth. Rui is in a dilemma after discovering Ting's insurance fraud, but the truth of the case has not surfaced yet. In the vast wheat fields, this long-suppressed man decides to resist his destiny......

STAY

Each person creates their own world based on their values, determining others' lives and deaths, with memories that repeat and persist.

The miniature city represents these differing worlds. The contrast between humanity in nature and the built city was intentional. 80% of the film was shot using miniatures.

Two brothers, Daehyun and Duhyun, with conflicting values, suffer in their chaotic world. Daehyun values each life equally, while Duhyun believes in sacrificing one to save many. Their painful memories repeat endlessly.

Prejudices based on different values lead to conflicts, which persist over time. These conflicts can be resolved through understanding others' perspectives. Sympathy and respect are essential for a better future.

Shadow Fist 3 - "THE FINAL CHAPTER"

30 years after the events of Shadow Fist, a new warrior seeks find and wield The Immortal Scroll of The Shadow Fist. This time, Sister Moon, a disciple of a venerated lineage of respected masters, along with her brother Lu Chen, is on the hunt. As they travel along to the undisclosed location, the two discuss what it means to be worthy of wielding the item. Meanwhile, the nefarious Chi Sha Gang has other plans for the scroll. The evil Master Deng wants it for himself and sends his gang to intercept the pair & retrieve it for himself…by any means necessary. Who will possess the Immortal Scroll of The Shadow Fist? And who is worthy to wield it?

Echo

Gabrielle and Sliman are a young French family spending a weekend with Gabrielle's parents to celebrate France's victory. They are excited to relax and spend time together. However, their journey takes a strange turn when Sliman accidentally hits someone on the road.

Fantasy Land

It's a song talking about conquering the obstacles on the way , finding the direction , find the real you.

For Roy

Inspired by true events, an imaginative Asian-Canadian girl attempts to fold a thousand cranes as she learns to lose her father during his final days in the hospice.

Hope of Team China

This video is exclusively interviewed and filmed by the Basketball Characters team, telling the story of Zhao Weilun, a Chinese child who grew up in Italy and worked hard to train basketball in order to play for China.

No Propitious Time to Say Goodbye

Ming Chen, a single father dreaming of stardom, finds solace in singing on a radio, his closest link to his aspirations. The radio becomes cherished by his daughter Guomei, accompanying them and creating precious memories. One day, Ming Chen wakes in his hometown to find his family indifferent, unable to see him. Confused, he discovers his own funeral is underway. Facing the reality of not properly bidding farewell, Mingqing desperately wishes to be noticed. Despite failed attempts to convey his words, Ming Chen finds a faint chance for his daughter to hear his thoughts. Through the funeral, they connect emotionally, and their unspoken love is heard on the radio, helping father and daughter understand each other's departure.

Bird Drone

A heartfelt story of unrequited love explored through a lonely seagull struggling to accept that his newfound object of affection is a human-operated drone with a limited battery life.

Singkil

The story of a Filipino epic interpreted by a traditional Muslim folk dance .

JUST LIKE WATER

The movie is about the father of the director, Spyros, his life and experiences. He is the protagonist and narrator. 

"Just Like Water" speaks about time and the circle of life.

The questions asked are, what is time and how do we perceive it? Do we really live the moments in our daily lives and do we give them their due value?

So, we follow a magical journey through time, embedded with vivid images of Spyros, grandfather, man, child ... A girl and a woman always there. A patchwork of images, accompanied by original musical composition, sketched in detail: it weaves the puzzle of a whole life nestled in the Island of Crete (Greece).

A Tale of Earth and Fire

Embark on a journey 90 years before the discovery of Avatar Aang in the Southern Water Tribes' iceberg, delving into a world ensnared by a decade-long devastating war. The Fire Nation's ruthless genocide of the Air Nomads leaves the Earth Kingdom vulnerable, with only limited support from the distant Water Tribes.

In the heart of the conflict, Colonel Gan witnesses defeat and despair as the Fire Nation advances upon Ba Sing Se. With the world on the brink, he hatches a desperate plan to save humanity, relying on four young recruits and a wounded Earth Kingdom captain. Will his daring strategy succeed, or will the Earth Kingdom succumb to the relentless Fire Nation onslaught?

After more than three years of dedicated production, we're thrilled to present 'A Tale of Earth and Fire' to the Avatar fanbase and the world. As a lower-budget indie production, we implore you to give this unique world a chance, as countless artists poured their hearts and passion into this labor of love. Led by Zachary McCarthy, our exceptional VFX team breathes life into bending, while Martijn De Haan's composition captures the ambiance of a world rich in mystique, Asian influence, and unparalleled beauty.

Every actor, from our leads to background performers, has given their all to bring this story to life. Join us in experiencing their labor of love and passion for both film and the expansive Avatar Universe. Explore a tale that predates the beloved Avatar Aang's journey, filled with excitement, heart, and the magic that makes this universe unforgettable.

Steppe

The story of hunting inspectors who engage in a battle with poachers and save a woman and her daughter at the cost of their lives. 

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