HOME COURT with Exclusive Q&A Featuring Brandon Soun
Houston, TX – The Houston Asian American Pacific Islander Film Festival (HAAPIFEST) is thrilled to announce a special screening of the highly anticipated film HOME COURT, followed by an exclusive Q&A session with its producer, Brandon Soun. This exciting event will take place on June 8, 2024, at 1:30 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton, located at 10609 Westpark Drive, Houston, TX 77042.
About the Film: HOME COURT
HOME COURT is a compelling sports documentary that traces the ascent of Ashley Chea, a Cambodian American basketball prodigy. The film offers a riveting look at her journey through the highs and lows of high school sports, capturing her battles with recruitment pressures, injury setbacks, and ultimate triumphs on the court. Ashley’s story is not just about basketball; it’s a powerful narrative about perseverance, identity, and the pursuit of excellence.
About Brandon Soun
The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with Brandon Soun, the producer of HOME COURT. Soun is an emerging Cambodian American filmmaker from Long Beach, California. A graduate of UCLA with a degree in Asian American Studies, Soun’s work focuses on the Cambodian American diaspora, delving into themes of intergenerational trauma, displacement, and immigration justice.
Soun’s filmography is marked by his dedication to telling authentic and impactful stories. He was a fellow of the 2022 Armed-With-A-Camera Fellowship with Visual Communications, a program that supports emerging Asian Pacific American filmmakers. His most recent film, Conversations at the Register (2022), was a standout at the 2023 Seattle Asian American Film Festival, earning a nomination for the Grand Jury Award and winning the Audience Choice Award for Best Documentary Short.
Event Details
The HAAPIFEST screening of HOME COURT promises to be an enriching experience for film enthusiasts and sports fans alike. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to engage directly with Brandon Soun, gaining insights into his creative process, the challenges he faced during production, and his perspectives on the film’s broader social themes.
Date: June 8, 2024
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 10609 Westpark Drive, Houston, TX 77042
Get Your Tickets
Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Tickets are available now and can be purchased at www.HAAPIFEST.com/tickets. Secure your spot today and be part of an inspiring cinematic experience that highlights the strength and resilience of the Cambodian American community.
About HAAPIFEST
HAAPIFEST is dedicated to showcasing the vibrant and diverse stories of the Asian American Pacific Islander community through film. The festival provides a platform for filmmakers to share their unique narratives and fosters a deeper understanding of the cultural and social issues that affect the AAPI community.
Join us on June 8th for an afternoon of inspiration, conversation, and celebration of Asian American filmmaking. See you there!