The Who, What, Where When and How of the Spectacular Asian American Film Lab and Its 17th Annual 72 Hour Shootout Competition Celebrating and Empowering Voices and Stories Too Often Marginalized by Mainstream Media

Greggory W. Morris

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Mar 8, 2021

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Part 1

“Teams compete for access to a year of free educational and networking events, mentorships with executives at major networks like ABC, cash, prizes and the chance to have their films screened at film festivals, both nationally and internationally, and on television.”

“The competition creates a valuable opportunity for filmmakers of color — focusing on Asian American filmmakers — and women, as well as other underrepresented groups, to demonstrate their talent, gain exposure in the entertainment industry and impact the visibility of diverse stories and characters in film.”

“One of the Shootout requirements is that at least one…