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Signature Move

November 11, 2017 @ 7:40 pm - 9:00 pm

$5 – $10
Film Still from Signature Move

Directed by Jennifer Reeder

An emotionally repressed Pakistani American woman named Zaynab lives with her recently widowed mother Parveen, a devout Muslim who spends her days watching TV dramas and trying to find her daughter a husband. Zaynab begins a lesbian romance with free-spirited Mexican American Alma, and confrontation with her mother seems inevitable. Zaynab copes by becoming a Lucha-style wrestler.

A funny yet poignant film that addresses the universal conflict between family expectations and personal fulfillment through a wholly unique Muslim Mexican take on the romantic comedy genre.

Preceded By:

Lion Dance
Tim Pattinson, Zheng Kang – 6 mins
A romantic visual poem set during a traditional Asian parade in which a highly acrobatic dance is performed to bring good luck.

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Details

Date:
November 11, 2017
Time:
7:40 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost:
$5 – $10
Event Category:
Website:
http://paaff.gala-engine.com/2017/films/signature-move/

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The Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival (PAAFF) Preview Party is a free public event that will provide a sneak peek of what to expect at our upcoming annual film festival, scheduled for November 7th - 17th. We will unveil this year’s theme, the festival trailer, and trailers of the feature films. Guests will get an overview of the programming, including non-film events such as panels, performances, and parties as well as VIP guests attending the festival.

We have added a new element to our preview party this year. We will host a mini-marketplace to support and provide a platform for our local AAPI makers and businesses. We will also feature a local indie band, Moonroof.

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