Asian Film Fest

Dive into documentaries featuring and celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander history and perspectives of the American South. We bring you three documentaries that explore Asian Americans through the lens of AAPI storytellers.

11am - Bluff City Chinese

"Bluff City Chinese" follows filmmaker Thandi Cai and elder Emerald Dunn as they uncover 150 years of Chinese immigrant history in Memphis, weaving personal stories, community voices, and archival research into a powerful exploration of identity, belonging, and resilience.

Followed by live Q&A with director Sisa Wang and historian Emerald Dunn-Bahurlet

1pm - Bayous, Buddha, Padaek: Southern Louisiana's Lao Foodways

A short captivating documentary that delves into the rich culinary traditions of the Lao Buddhist immigrant community in Louisiana. Through vibrant storytelling and intimate interviews with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generations, the film uncovers how these unique foodways are woven into the fabric of an existing Cajun and Creole culture, highlighting the fusion of flavors and techniques.

Followed by live Q&A with director Phanat Xanamane

2:30pm - A Village called Versailles

In a New Orleans neighborhood called Versailles, a tight-knit group of Vietnamese Americans overcame obstacles to rebuild after Hurricane Katrina, only to have their homes threatened by a new government-imposed toxic landfill. A Village Called Versailles is the empowering story of how the Versailles people, who have already suffered so much in their lifetime, turn a devastating disaster into a catalyst for change and a chance for a better future.

Tulane University is committed to providing universal access to all our events. Please contact lisa Hooper, lhooper1@tulane.edu for accessibility accommodations. Please note that advance notice is necessary to arrange some accessibility needs.