Join us for an exciting evening at the Los Angeles Media & Entertainment Industry Mixer! This event is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals.
Join us for an exciting evening of comedy show at the monthly Los Angeles China Comedy Night: Re-educated + 補習班. This is a stand-up comedy event where you meet talented comedians and hear them crack jokes on US, China, Taiwan and other fun stuff.
Date: Sat, Feb 22, 2025
Time: 7 PM - 11 PM (Pacific Time)
Location: Happy Humble Hub, 117 E Main St Unit A & B, Alhambra, CA 91801
Get ready for a night of laughs with Joe Wong ! Known for his sharp wit and unique perspective, Joe will bring his comedic insights on life, culture, and everything in between to the stage.
Join us for an exciting evening at the Los Angeles Media & Entertainment Industry Mixer! This in-person event is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals.
Los Angeles China Mixer + Chinese Open Mic
Join us for an exciting evening at the Los Angeles China Mixer + Chinese Open Mic! This in-person event is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals.
Join us for an exciting evening of comedy show at the monthly Los Angeles China Comedy Night: Re-educated + 補習班. This is a stand-up comedy event where you meet talented comedians and hear them crack jokes on China and other fun stuff.
Join us for an exciting evening at the Los Angeles China Mixer + Chinese Open Mic! This in-person event is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals.
Date: Friday, Nov 22, 2024
Time: 7 PM -11 PM. Laowai Chinese Corner Starts at 7PM. Open Mic starts at 8 PM, Mixer starts at 9 PM.
Location: Happy Humble Hub, 117 East Main St Unit A & B, Alhambra, CA 91801
Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with delicious food and drinks. Engage in lively conversations with like-minded individuals and make new friends who share your passion for media and entertainment.
This event is organized by Chinese in Entertainment and the Laowei Club, and sponsored by Alexandre Law Firm & Associate, Montage Media, Meme Machine Market, and Retina Imageworks.
The event is FREE, but RSVPs are required at the door for entry. We kindly ask for a $5-$10 donation to help us continue hosting these events. If you'd like to perform on stage, please fill in the volunteer waiver and release form and arrive before 8 PM.
Free parking is available at two locations:
Alhambra Public Parking - 3 hours free
103N N Chapel Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801
Renaissance Parking Structure - 4 hours free
122N N Garfield Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801
About Our Organizers and Sponsors:
Chinese in Entertainment is a Los Angeles-based non-profit organization that supports and promotes Chinese talent and culture in the global entertainment industry.
Laowai Club is an organization founded by Americans who have lived in Greater China. The Laowai Club organizes monthly and annual events for Chinese language learners who want to practice their Chinese and public speaking.
Alexandre Law Firm & Associate (ALFA) is a traditional law firm with offices in Los Angeles and New York. Our knowledgeable team will assist you every step of the way providing you with excellent service. We are ready to help you make your American dream come true!
Retina Imageworks is a fast-growing creative Visual Effects studio specializing in deepfake technology.
MontagePlay is a streaming platform that curates Asian and AAPI films and documentaries for an international audience. Visit www.montageplay.com and use the offer code: CHINAMIXER to get a one-month free subscription.
Meme Machine Market is where internet culture meets fashion. We transform viral moments into wearable art, offering apparel and items that speak volumes. Our products capture what everyone's thinking, connecting customers through humor. Stay current with our ever-updating collection of pop culture-inspired gear. Express yourself, spark conversations, and wear the internet! Visit us at mememachinemarket.com for more meme products.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your network and meet other like-minded young professionals. Register now and get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Los Angeles China Mixer + Open Mic!
Join us for an exciting evening at the Los Angeles China Mixer & Chinese Open Mic! This in-person event is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals.
Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Time: 7PM - 11 PM (Pacific Time).
7PM - 9PM, Media & Entertainment Mixer.
9PM - 11PM, Chinese Open Mic.
Location: Juliana Los Angeles, 3500 W 6th St #101, Los Angeles, CA 90020
Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with delicious food and drinks. Engage in lively conversations with like-minded individuals and make new friends who share your passion for media and entertainment.
This event is organized by Chinese in Entertainment and sponsored by Montage Media, Reina Imageworks, Alexandre Law Firm & Associate (ALFA), Meme Machine Market, and LALA Feminist.
The event is FREE, but RSVPs are required at the door for entry.
We kindly ask for a $5-$10 donation to help us continue hosting these events.
If you'd like to perform on stage, please fill in the volunteer wavier and release form and arrive before 9PM.
Chinese in Entertainment is a Los Angeles-based non-profit organization that supports and promotes Chinese talent and culture in the global entertainment industry.
LALA Feminist, rooted in the Los Angeles area, is a safe space that supports women and sexual minorities in creating and performing stand-up comedy in Chinese.
Alexandre Law Firm & Associate (ALFA) is a traditional law firm with offices in Los Angeles and New York. Our knowledgeable team will assist you in every step of the way providing you excellent service. We are ready to help you make your American dream come true!
Retina Imageworks is a is a fast-growing creative Visual Effects studio specializing in deepfake technology.
MontagePlay is a streaming platform that curates Asian and AAPI films and documentaries for an international audience. Visit www.montageplay.com and use the offer code: CHINAMIXER to get a one-month free subscription.
Meme Machine Market is where internet culture meets fashion. We transform viral moments into wearable art, offering apparel and items that speak volumes. Our products capture what everyone's thinking, connecting customers through humor. Stay current with our ever-updating collection of pop culture-inspired gear. Express yourself, spark conversations, and wear the internet! Visit us at mememachinemarket.com for more meme products.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your network and meet other like-minded young professionals. Register now and get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Los Angeles China Mixer & Chinese Open Mic!
Get ready to split your sides at the monthly Los Angeles China Comedy Night: Re-educated + 補習班 (aka "How to Disappoint Your Parents in Two Languages"). We're serving up a hot pot of hilarity with a side of cultural confusion!
This Halloween, we're bringing you a spooktacular special: The Woking Dead - where the only thing scarier than the zombies is the political correctness! Watch as our American and Chinese comedians try to navigate cultural landmines while dressed as their worst nightmares (or their mothers, same difference).
Date: Fri, Oct 4, 2024
Time: 7 PM - 11 PM (Pacific Time)
Location: CaliKings Studios, 2510 1/2 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Lineup for English Show: Olivia Xing, LeLe Farley, Tony Shriller, Alina Konon, Tommy Kang, Idalia Voigt, Brian Bogart, Zeo Niu & Kaixiang Zhang.
Lineup for Chinese Show: Wei-Sheng Lai, Olivia Xing, Michael Stancliff, Tony Shriller, Monica Hu & LeLe Farley.
Join us for an exciting evening of comedy show at Los Angeles China Comedy Night: Re-educated Independence Day Special + 補習班獨立日特輯. This is a stand-up comedy event where you meet talented comedians and hear them crack jokes on China and other fun stuff.
Comedians for English Show: LeLe Farley, Jiaoying Summers, Kiran Deol, Sean Fawaz, Anita Yoo, Ethel Tan, Tony Shriller, Olivia Xing and Jesse Appell.
Comedians for Chinese Show: Jesse Appell, Wei Cheng, Sean Fawaz, Olivia Xing, Tony Shriller and Lele Farley.
Date: Wed, July 3, 2024
Time: 7PM - 10:30PM (Pacific Time)
Re-educated (English language comedy show) starts at 7:30PM
補習班 (Chinese language comedy show) starts at 9:30PM
This time we prepared Early Bird tickets!
Place an Early Bird ticket order before Jun 24th 11PM!
Location: CaliKings Studios, 2510 1/2 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026.
This event is presented by Alexandre Law Firm, organized by Chinese In Entertainment, co-organized by Laowai Club, and sponsored by Montage Play and Rare Flower Agency. The event is ticketed, and RSVPs are required at the door to enter.
Join us for an exciting evening of cultural exchange at the Los Angeles China Open Mic + Mixer! This in-person event is an event for comedians and performers to test our their new materials in front of a live audience. Showcase your talents!
Date: Saturday, Apr 27, 2024
Time: 7PM - 11PM (Pacific Time)
Location: Our Home Studios by WDA, 3326 South Main Street, Los Angeles CA 90007
Sign up for a 5 minute slot at our open mic by completing the Los Angeles China Open Mic Sign-up form here: https://forms.gle/fRKZkxbX3HznbvLx5.
Montage Play is a streaming platform that curates Asian and AAPI films and documentaries for an international audience. Visit www.montageplay.com and use discount code: CHINAMIXER to get one month free subscription.
Retina Imageworks is a is a fast-growing creative Visual Effects studio specializing in deepfake technology.
Laowai Club is an organization founded by Ameicans who have lived in the Greater China. The Laowai Club organizes monthly and annual events for Chinese language learners who want to practice their Chinese and public speaking.
Our Home Studios by WDA is a location rental studio with multiple sets located Los Angeles, California. OHS offers uniquely decorated sets such as affordable bars, motels, and live performing stages for film, photography and events - @ourhomestudios
In August, CIE speaker series will partner with The Writers Guild Foundation and Business of Creating to bring you a virtual interactive panel and Q&A with seasoned entertainment professionals to discuss how to produce, market, distribute and write for the Chinese marketplace. With China surpassing the U.S. in global box office and with a robust TV industry, learn how to make your project appeal to Chinese audiences.
Date: At 4 PM - 5:15 PM (PST)
Location: Zoom (Register to get Zoom link!)
This includes:
The difference in how Chinese vs non-Chinese writers approach storytelling
Key tips to making your project more marketable to China - what to do and what to avoid.
How to get your film accepted by the CFG (China Film Group)
Understanding the scope of the China Entertainment Industry
….and more!
Thomas Lim - Head of Sun Entertainment Culture Los Angeles
Born and raised in Singapore, Thom directed, wrote, and produced Roulette City and Sea of Mirrors in Macau during his early years. Both titles had successful theatrical release and received immense press coverage in the region.
Thomas is now Head of Sun Entertainment Culture Los Angeles, which is a prominent Hong Kong company and has produced commercially successful films such as SPL 2, Paradox, and Operation Mekong.
He is currently producing, writing, and will direct our first Singaporean-US co-production film about an Indian-Singaporean girl who runs away from an arranged marriage to pursue her ballet dreams in America.
Dongyang (Patrick) Liu - Head of Overseas Operations of Sansang Media
A professional novel and screenplay writer with a background in Chinese literature, Patrick Liu specializes in International IP localization. Projects he led by bridging U.S and Chines studios include Burning Ice (Sansang Media/Netflix), Drug War (Sansang Media/Amazon Prime), and more. He also served as a screenwriter on a 65-episode TV Series The Gods which was premiered on Hunan TV, now can also be found on iQiyi, Youku, and Tencent.
Winnie Wei Wei - Senior Consultant, North America, Ent Group
Winnie is a veteran of the Chinese Entertainment industry who brought her expertise to the United States where she obtained her MBA from USC. Winnie’s experience includes magazines, television and film as well as working with the largest entertainment data provider in China, Ent Group. Her knowledge of the intricacies of the Chinese entertainment market is extensive.
Michael Fisk - Owner, InterMark Strategy & Consulting
Senior executive with extensive background in leading diverse existing teams, creating teams from scratch, and marketing products in over 70+ countries worldwide in fast-paced intense environments. Launched hundreds of campaigns targeting broad consumer groups. Integrates campaigns across multiple divisions like Digital, Publicity, Media, Creative, Promotions, Sales, Distribution and more.
· Jennifer Mangan - Producer/Writer, Beautiful Day Productions
Jennifer Mangan is a writer/producer who owns the independent production company Beautiful Day Productions that focuses on material that uplifts and empowers women through Comedy and Sci-Fi/Fantasy. She co-founded and produced the Women In Film Mini-Upfronts and is the co-founder and moderator of the panel series Business of Creating.
Jennifer is currently developing sci-fi/fantasy television show Animal Magnetism with EP Randy Greenberg (The Meg).
This event is sponsored by CIE partner DX-LAB (https://www.dramxla.com/), a restaurant from Chengdu with a heritage of artisanal food.
The art, business, and teamwork behind animation production
Welcome back everyone and congratulations, we made it to 2021! To kick off the new year and celebrate the coming Lunar New Year, CIE brings back Zoomixer. As we enter the year of the OX, we may not yet be able to see each other in person, but come and join us for a fun night of online networking and games, catching up with your friends and getting ready for a brand-new year.
In order to celebrate the Lunar New Year, CIE also prepared a special treat for all the Chinese culinary enthusiasts out there, we will be streaming a tutorial of how to make Chinese dumplings live on Zoom before our mixer starts! If you are interested in learning how to make this signature dish for the Chinese Lunar New Year, be sure to log onto Zoom at 6:30PM and join us for the festivities…In addition, the traditional lantern riddles will be given to each break room during the mixer - work with your group mates to solve the riddle and win a prize at the end of the night!
Stay safe, and see you on the other side.
This round of Zoomixer is sponsored by our community partner Hungry Panda - A specialist food delivery platform providing authentic Chinese food and groceries to Chinese compatriots and students abroad since 2016!
Have you watched our LGBTQ virtual showcase yet?
Join us JAN 30th at 7:00 p.m. PST for a Q&A session with fantastic directors behind these four entries: ️
Kaixuan Wang, director of We Outlaws
Olivia Liu, director of The last Lesbian
Hsin-Ying, director of SHe
Jordan Wong, director of Mom’s clothes
Damien Lu will serve as the moderator of the Q&A event. Damien Lu received his Ph.D. from UCLA and currently works as the President of Information Clearinghouse for Chinese Gays & Lesbians.
Looking for movies to watch during the lockdown？
Los Angeles Chinese Film Festival (LACFF) is thrilled to present the 2021 LGBTQ Virtual Showcase, our first screening session in the new year. The Showcase is available from 1/18/2021 to 2/05/2021. Click the button below to enjoy an elaborate selection of LGBTQ-themed films from past LACFF and our community partners/individuals.
*In addition, on 1/30/2021, we will hold a Q&A panel with filmmakers behind these four entries. Stay tuned for more information！🌟
Mom’s Clothes
Director: Jordan Wong
The Last Lesbian
Director: Jingyu Liu
SHe
Director: HsinYing Kuo
We Outlaws
Director: Kaixuan Wang
Happy Halloween! It’s that time of the month again, CIE will be hosting the monthly online Zoomixer on October 30th for you to meet new friends, network with industry professionals, or simply enjoy a fun-filled night. Join us for a fun and spooktacular night with all treats and no tricks~
Costumes are encouraged - dress up as your favorite characters or anyone you’d like to be. The “best” costume will receive exclusive CIE cyber benefits at the end of the night, which includes access to our future special events!
No costume? ? No Problem! Just come and hang out with us, all are welcome!
Please register to receive an invitation. Help us spread the word~
Date: Friday, October 30, 2020
Time: 7:30PM - 9:00 PM (PDT)
Register Below：
Save the date! Chinese in Entertainment is excited to present our October Speaker Series “Over the Moon: A Conversation with the Filmmakers” on October 24 at 2 PM (PDT). Join CIE to hear from Director Glen Keane, Producer Gennie Rim and Peilin Chou, and Executive Producer Janet Yang!
In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, LACFF has decided to transition to a fully online screening for the 2020 season. In contrast to our regular festival, we have decided to use these unprecedented times as an opportunity for introspection. Each year we receive hundreds of amazing film submissions showcasing the creativity and talent of filmmakers from around the world. However, due to time constraints, many of these great films are unable to be a part of our standard programming schedule. Today, we are proud to present the 2020 LACFF Virtual Showcase - a selection of past submitted films.
Accompanying the online showcase, Q&A sessions with filmmakers will be held on September 26th, 2020 and October 3rd, 2020. Please join us to share your thoughts and enjoy the program!
Taipei Blues
Co-Director: Jinshuai Zhang
Seventeen-year-old Angel Chen is a fraudulent girl from a pornographic extortion organization. She dates rich men she knows online and lets gangs blackmail them. She dropped out of high school and left her hometown, living alone in Taipei, living a life of vagrancy wrapped in lies. Her only credible person is her boyfriend Wang Yijie, who spent a happy time at the skateboard arena. Until Chen found out that she was pregnant with Wang Yijie's child, she was given a cold shoulder by him. Under the thorns of emotion and reality, Angel Chen decided to give birth to this child and escape the bitter life.
The Tour
Director: Hanna Tsai
Li Qing went to Dongguan, Guangdong with his mother, Juan, to look for the disappeared father, who is a Taiwanese businessman. During the days, they met a private chauffeur named Chen. However, their journey was not easy under the lead of Chen, and they experienced a journey with endless stories to seek her father.
The Way Home
Director: Yirab Zhou
Producer: Summer Xinlei Yang
Frustrated by having to work at his mother’s corner store on a Saturday, 18-year-old Jimmy seizes an opportunity to prove himself to a Chinatown hooligan. 30-year-old Haiyang follows a Coyote through the US-Mexican border when his younger brother, Bin, starts to fall ill. As Jimmy and Haiyang venture toward their own goals, it becomes clear that there is a very high price to pay. The film intimately follows them on their emotional, physical, and moral journeys, providing a timely exploration of family, identity, and sacrifice.
In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, LACFF has decided to transition to a fully online screening for the 2020 season. In contrast to our regular festival, we have decided to use these unprecedented times as an opportunity for introspection. Each year we receive hundreds of amazing film submissions showcasing the creativity and talent of filmmakers from around the world. However, due to time constraints, many of these great films are unable to be a part of our standard programming schedule. Today, we are proud to present the 2020 LACFF Virtual Showcase - a selection of past submitted films.
Accompanying the online showcase, Q&A sessions with filmmakers will be held on September 26th, 2020 and October 3rd, 2020. Please join us to share your thoughts and enjoy the program!
A Different Man
Director: Ziwei Chen
Chen is a female director who graduated from the Communication University of China with her Master’s Degree in Arts in 2015. She is now working for Beijing 7 Impression Culture Media as a pre-producer and planner. She is a former director and editor of the Beijing TV Arts and Culture Center, as well as the deputy director of the TV series “ER Physicians.”
An Gong
Director: Clifford Miu
Born in Canada and raised in Taiwan, Clifford Miu is a writer/director/producer who graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. He has worked on Martin Scorsese's SILENCE, and recently served as second assistant director on Renny Harlin's Chinese language film BODIES AT REST. He is a producer on Emily Ann Hoffman's animated short NEVADA, currently Oscar-qualified. He also produced JIE JIE and DEATH METAL GRANDMA, which are now available on HBO GO and New York Times Op-Doc, respectively. He had previously directed PORCUPINE and BARGAIN, both of which had premiered at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
The Second Page
Director: Justin M Scott
Justin is a commercial and narrative filmmaker who splits his time between Shanghai and Los Angeles. He is fluent in Chinese and has spent the last 8 years exploring, studying, and living in China. He is passionate about cross-cultural stories that challenge stereotypes, spotlight little-seen subcultures, and deepen our empathy toward one another.
The Veterinarian
Director: Qianli Sha
Qianli SHA and Weijia CAO used to be classmates at Fudan University, majoring in Philosophy. In our 30s, we still feel lost and unsettled. However, among many uncertainties in life, the only thing that we can consistently determine is to keep a passion for creation and expression, sincerely. We don't have much experience in filmmaking. This is our first film.
Kick off a unique school year with our September Zoomixer: Back to Shool Bash!
CIE is glad to co-host this event (sponsored by Final Draft) with Fusionart Pictures Inc. and Dodge College Graduate Student Council (DSCGC) at Chapman University. Moreover, two special guests will be joining us for the mixer: creative consultant, teacher, author, and former directing head at the American Film Institute Conservatory, Peter Markham and two time Academy Awards nominated director, writer and actor Matthew Jacobs!
And…that is not all, we will be raffling out a digital copy of the most popular industry standard screenwriting software Final Draft 11 for free at the end of the mixer. (Eligibility upon entering the chat room on the day, must be present at the end of the mixer for a chance to win.)
Not a student? It doesn’t matter! The event is open to everyone, come join us for an enlightened evening of discussion, conversation, and fun!
Date: September 18, 2020
Time: 7:30PM - 9:00 PM (PST)
Ticket:
Fusionart Pictures is an award winner & Hollywood based production company with an extraordinary film producing experience and extensive academic background. The company is focused on the creative development, production, post-production, and distribution of films, TV series and documentaries. We have a professional team who are all award winners. Our cooperative partners include Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, iTunes, Microsoft, Comcast, DirectTV, IN Demand, Netflix, Hoopla, Hulu, Sony Entertainment Network, Steam, VUBIQUITY, VUDU, and Dish Network. We are also collaborating with news media, including NBC, Fox, Sing Tao Daily, World Journal, China Daily, US New Express, VoyageLA, TouTiao, NetEase, SDTV, South East TV, Zhejiang TV, HNTV, and other TV Channels.
The purpose of the Dodge College Graduate Student Council is to enhance the graduate educational experience and environment, foster both community and unity across Dodge College's graduate programs, provide resources and events to encourage social, professional, and academic development, and empower all graduate students by serving as a voice for the graduate community at Chapman University and Dodge College.
Producer/ Head of International Sales and Distribution at Fusionart Pictures Inc.
She is a member of the American NATPE film association. She produced more than 50 short films, commercials, promotional videos, documentaries, MV, and feature films in the United States and China. Her works won awards and were officially selected in 55 film festivals. Her works includes the promotional video of the 6th Silicon Valley Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum Which Kai-Fu Lee had the opening speech; Amazon's film "I Don't Want to Sleep Alone" which is lead by Wells Fargo Covergirl; Amazon film "The Magic Door" the award winner in Berlin International Filmmaker Festival of World Cinema. She also joins in 200 productions, including PUMA X THE HUNDREDS’ commercial,, TV show "Rap of China," Fitz and The Tantrums' MV, etc.
Peter Markham
Peter Markham is a creative consultant, teacher, author, and former directing head at the American Film Institute Conservatory. His alumni, award winners at major festivals, have notable careers in film and TV. Prior to teaching, he was a director in the UK, and worked with filmmakers including Anthony Minghella and Martin Scorsese.Peter is here to promote his new book “What’s the story? The director Meets Their Screenplay” coming out.
About the book
“What’s the story? An Essential Guide for Directors and Writer-Directors”
By Peter Markham
This book is an essential resource for any aspiring director who wants to understand exactly how to approach a screenplay in order to get the very best from it, and an invaluable resource for any filmmaker who wants to understand the important creative interplay between the director and screenplay in bringing a story to life.
Matthew Jacobs
Matthew Jacobs is a well known director,writer & actor. He is also an instructor from UCLA and University of Texas at Austin.
His works included Oscar nominated film The Emperor’s New Groove, BBC’s feature films Doctor Who, Hallelujah Anyhow and Mothertime; Star Wars: Star-Fighter, Paperhouse, Young Indiana, Jones Chronicles. He is also the actor in the Oscar winner film Vice.Matthew is here to promote his new movie Doctor Who I Am, coming out in 2021.
About the film
Directed by Vanessa Yuille & Matthew Jacobs, with executive producer Colin Vaines, documentary “DOCTOR WHO AM I” is now in the final stages of post-production. In this funny and moving documentary, an infamous Doctor Who screenwriter (Matthew Jacobs) is reluctantly dragged back into the American Whoniverse but finds family in the unlikeliest of places. “Doctor Who Am I” is set to release in 2021.
Chinese in Entertainment is excited to host a live Speaker Series Q&A Discussion with the Cast of Mulan on September 12 at 2 PM PDT. To celebrate the Disney live-action film MULAN and continue supporting the Chinese heritage community, CIE invites 5 starring casts of the movie, Tzi Ma, Jimmy Wong, Rosalind Chao, Ron Yuan, Chen Tang, to the webinar moderated by Coca Xie. Facebook live streaming will also be available.
In this panel, you will expect to hear our guests’ experiences with the movie, such as their casting process and set stories. Besides, the panel will also discuss topics related to Chinese and Asian American culture, such as Mulan's impact on the social zeitgeist, Asian representation in Hollywood, and cultural differences.
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2020
Time: 2pm (PDT)
Location: Zoom Webinar & Facebook Live Streaming (@chinese in entertainment)
Ticket: RSVP below to get your ticket and receive Zoom information
Coca Xie is a Chinese-born television personality, host, and producer. Xie is the first Chinese producer and host to work in the major American news organization The Wrap.
About Mulan
Mulan is about an epic tale of China’s legendary female warrior Hua Mulan. As the eldest child in the family, she masquerades as a man, taking the place of her ailing father, going to the Imperial Army to defend the country from Northern invaders. Mulan features many experienced Asain American actors.
About CIE Speaker Series
CIE Speaker Series offers volunteers and our community an opportunity to experience and learn from remarkable individuals working in the entertainment industry. Speaker Series invites industry professionals to share their stories and insights. We intend to create dynamic conversations between remarkable industry leaders who are making an impact to shape the entertainment world, and the audience who are eager to learn more about the industry.
This Saturday, CIE and DLG are here to present “Production Legal 101” webinar!
Understanding the key legal issues and how to navigate them is the key to taking your production from concept to creation and distribution — so don’t hesitate to join us!
CIE is excited to present our LA China August Mixer on Zoom this Friday!
Spice up your quarantine life with new friends and interesting conversations.
Let’s get together and enjoy this unique summer!
This Saturday, Chinese in Entertainment (CIE) and D’Alessio Law Group (DLG) is excited to present a webinar on U.S. immigration law for the benefit of international entertainment, tech, and entrepreneurial professionals.
Staying up to date with the ever-changing state of international immigration is vital to navigating your career in a post-COVID 19 landscape. From travel restrictions to office closings, presidential proclamations to changes in processing times, the “Immigration in the COVID-19 era” webinar will help professionals understand the issues they face when pursuing a U.S. visa or green card throughout these times. Whether you’re planning on coming to or staying in the United States for a limited or long-term basis, understanding which visa options will best serve your interests in the United States is an important first step for following through on your goals.
Date: Aug 22, Saturday
Time: 5 PM (PST)
The seminar will be organized largely as an instructional lecture, which will be presented by speaker and immigration attorney Lorraine D'Alessio (see below for bio). Lorraine will
Understanding current U.S. travel restrictions abroad, at the border, and at home
How to renew or extend visitor visas (ESTA and Visa Waiver Program) for foreign nationals currently unable to leave the United States
Understanding Trump administration travel and visa restrictions on employment based green cards, H-1B, H-2B, J-1, and L-1 visas, as well exceptions to these restrictions
Alternative visa options for professionals affected by visa restrictions
Processing trends and tips for navigating the visa process
Understanding the impact of future COVID-19 news as well as U.S. election on immigration
The panel will conclude with a question-and-answer (Q&A) session in which speakers will respond to audience questions.
If you encounter any questions, feel free to email us at marketing@lacff.org.
D’Alessio Law Group (DLG) is a full-service immigration law firm dedicated to serving the needs of companies, organizations, artists and creators in the international entertainment, tech, and corporate communities. The firm delivers innovative solutions that enable companies to gain access to top global talent. Their mandate is to help our clients build teams that give them their competitive advantage for success.
DLG takes deep pride in representing the goals of their clients as synonymous to our own. They strive to achieve the desired immigration objectives of every organization and individual through an efficient, effective and proven process. Powered by our dedicated team and strategic approach, D’Alessio Law Group is widely recognized as a highly effective leader and global advocate in the arena of international immigration law.
Lorraine D’Alessio
Founding partner of D’Alessio Law Group, Lorraine D’Alessio was named the 2017 Leader in Law by the Los Angeles Business Journal and is the recipient of the 2018 Enterprising Woman Award. A former Ford model turned legal powerhouse, Lorraine is a multi-award- winning, immigration expert that regularly contributes to the Los Angeles Times, The Hollywood Reporter, LA Business Journal, Playback Magazine and other leading outlets in the U.S. Lorraine serves on the board for Artists for Change, is a member of the Female Founder’s Network, and serves as a Startup Grind mentor as well.
CIE Writer's Workshop's main objective is to help young writers improve their scripts through creative discussions with their peers. Usually, we host an in-person monthly workshop focusing on one writer's script.
However, as CIE continues to support our community during the pandemic, we will hold a virtual Special Session on August 16th, led by our guest instructor Peter Markham. Mr. Markham will break down the script of Oscar-winning Moonlight to help our young writers gain more insights into what differentiates a great script from an average one.
Schedule:
Date: Aug 16, Sunday
Time: 1-3 PM (PST)
Ticket: Please RSVP below for Zoom info
Peter Markham is a creative consultant, teacher, author, and former directing head at the American Film Institute Conservatory. His alumni, award winners at major festivals, have notable careers in film and TV. Prior to teaching, he was a director in the UK, and worked with filmmakers including Anthony Minghella and Martin Scorsese.
If you’re interested in directing, we recommend you explore Peter Markham’s online classes and his new book “What’s the Story? The Director Meets Their Screenplay”. Check out here.
The writers’ workshop is a monthly held event sponsored by Final Draft and co-hosted with Entertainment Oxygen. Members of the Writers’ Workshop meet monthly or on a need-to-meet basis to work on their original pitches, screenplays, and teleplays. Each workshop session is usually two hours long and limited to less than 12 participants so that everyone has enough time to talk and share their thoughts. The workshop environment is honest but friendly, and we firmly believe that participating in a private and constructive workshop allows both the writer and the participants to gain new insights and grow together as a creative community.
If you are interested in joining the Writer's Workshop community and be a part of our monthly event, please feel free to send your script to writers@sino-screen.com.
July LA China Mixer: Slumber Party!
CIE Online Zoomixer resumes! Come hang out and mingle~ Put on your comfiest Pj, have a glass of your favorite beverage, wine, beer, or warm milk, it’s your call!
