Welcome to the 12th Annual Seattle Asian American Film Festival
We’re continuing our hybrid festival model in 2024! Watch films remotely from the comfort of your own home, or join us at Northwest Film Forum for our in-person screenings where you can attend Q&As after the films, meet filmmakers, and say hello to the SAAFF team!
In-person February 22-25
Virtual February 26-March 3
Spotlight Films
unseen
Opening Night
Between Generations
Centerpiece Shorts Program
Channel Surfing
Centerpiece Shorts Program
Sorry We’re Dead
Closing night
Explore the festival
Film Guide
Features
Eight feature films that are sure to delight, entertain, educate, and inspire.
Film Guide
Narratives
From coming of age stories to explorations of memory and family, our narratives this year get right to the heart of the matter.
Film Guide
Animation
A variety of animated shorts that showcase the versatility of the medium and the power of bringing imagination to life.
Film Guide
Shorts
Discover the exciting new work being made in independent Asian American and Pacific Islander cinema today with over 55+ short films spread across 9 programs.
Film Guide
Documentaries
Thought-provoking documentaries spanning a breadth of topics that will spark conversation and inspire action.
Film Guide
Local
Experience Washington through stories that highlight the diverse voices and perspectives of our local filmmakers.
If you purchase a pass or ticket(s) for an in-person screening(s) and would like to make a request for captions, please contact us at info@seattleaaff.org. We will do our best to make accommodations, however captioning being available for a film is not guaranteed.
Deadline for caption requests is February 12th.
Volunteer With Us!
We would love your volunteer superpowers at our in-person festival weekend from February 22-25, 2023! SAAFF is an all-volunteer run organization and our festival wouldn’t be possible without the contributions of our volunteers. Click the button below to find our volunteer interest form and check out our staff opportunities if you’re interested in being more involved!
Support Us!
SAAFF would not be possible without the generous support of our friends and community. Your support is invaluable for us to continue building community with and uplifting the voices, perspectives and histories of Asian American filmmakers and the artists in the Pacific Northwest.
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