For Immediate Release
August 21, 2006
WHAT: Secret quests for vengeance, Robotechnology, traditional folktales, fantasy journeys to the west and the struggle to find one's identity in a small white-bred Canadian city; these are some of the stories audiences will see at the first film festival devoted to Pan-Asian animation - a screening of over 25 animated film from Japan, Korea, Taiwan and China.
While many of us might not recognize these animation artists names, most Americans have seen their work in television shows. In the case of Korean Director and keynote speaker, Nelson Shin (director of Empress Chung), his production company does the animation work for The Simpsons, X-Men, Animaniacs, Invasion America and Arthur
"This festival gives the public the chance to see the personal and creative work of animators who are little seen outside of their home countries," says Yuchia Chang, Managing Director, Asian Arts Center.
WHEN: September 28 - October 1, 2006
Opening Reception, September 28 from 6 - 9pm
Director Nelson Shin (Empress Chung)- keynote speaker
WHERE: Columbia College, Film Row Cinema
1104 S. Wabash Avenue, 8th Fl.
COST: $10 Each Screening
$5 Student with valid ID
Media Contact: Elizabeth Burke-Dain, 312.344.8695