May 2–10, 2019

LAAPFF is the largest film festival in Southern California dedicated to showcasing films by and about Asians and Pacific Islanders from around the world. Established in 1983 by Visual Communications, LAAPFF is a proud Academy Award®-qualifying film festival for the Short Film Awards and the only one of its kind in the world to have earned this qualification. In many cases, filmmakers will be on hand to participate in Q&A sessions with audiences!

For schedule and to purchase tickets, visit festival.vcmedia.org. 

Note: The festival runs May 2–10, with screenings at JANM taking place May 3–5.