Boston Asian American Film Festival

07/14/2026

07/14/2026

“Ho’s Daredevil co-star Peter Shinkoda paid tribute, writing in an Instagram post, “Just lost someone very special to me. She was one of the coolest.”

In a follow-up post, Shinkoda added, “I won’t ever forget you. I learned every minute from you when we were together on and off set. I know wisdom – I’d hang on your every word. We will meet again, my friend. You were beautiful.”

After decades in the film industry, Hong Kong-born actress Wai Ching Ho died at 82. She is remembered by co-stars as a brilliant role model.

07/13/2026

May she rest in peace. 🙏❤️‍🩹

We just lost another Marvel and Disney legend today 😔

Wai Ching Ho, the commanding actress behind Marvel’s Madame Gao, has sadly passed away at the age of 82. 🕊️

Ho became internationally recognized for her calm and intimidating portrayal of Madame Gao across Daredevil, Iron Fist, and The Defenders. Her quietly powerful performance made Gao one of the most memorable and mysterious figures from Marvel’s Netflix era.

She also brought warmth to animation as the voice of Grandma Wu in Pixar’s Turning Red. Her extensive screen career included appearances in Hustlers, Premium Rush, Lucky Grandma, Only Murders in the Building, and Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens.

Beyond film and television, Ho was an accomplished stage performer whose credits included Celine Song’s Endlings, in which she portrayed Han Sol, one of three elderly Korean sea divers confronting the disappearance of their way of life.

Her presence was unmistakable, whether she was portraying a feared Marvel crime boss, a loving family matriarch, or a deeply human character onstage.

Rest in peace, Wai Ching Ho. Thank you for bringing Madame Gao, Grandma Wu, and so many memorable characters to life. ❤️

07/02/2026

Life has become extra exciting with my memoir coming out soon. Thanks for all your good cheer! Pre-order your copy today!

07/02/2026

Did you know that one of the first tai chi schools in the United States was founded right here in Boston? Bow-sim Mark moved here from Hong Kong along with her family and founded the now legendary Chinese Wushu Research Institute in 1976. Sifu Mark is credited with helping to popularize the term Wushu (literally ‘martial arts’) here in the United States and she was among the first to teach standardized Wushu to American audiences. One of her first students was her son, action star Donnie Yen, who cut his teeth working with the amazing action choreographer and director Yuen Woo-ping in the ‘80s and ‘90s, and has gone on to international stardom in films like Rogue One and JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4.

In honor of the 50th anniversary of Sifu Mark’s school, and to celebrate her legacy, The Brattle is thrilled to partner with her students to present three films featuring Donnie Yen, in some of his iconic performances. Join us July 10+11 for DRUNKEN TAI CHI, JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4, and KILL ZONE, with special live martial arts performances at select shows! Learn more & get tickets at brattlefilm.org/film-series/bow-sim-mark-50th-anniversary-screenings/

06/30/2026

🏌🏿‍♂️Save the date for BAAFF's annual GOLF GETAWAY at the exclusive Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club!! ⛳

📆 Monday, September 28, 2026
📍 LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE GOLF CLUB
New Durham, New Hampshire
🎟 More information and register at https://baaff.org/golf

We hope you will join us at the private, member-exclusive Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club. Surrounded by stunning foliage and right on the lake, this picturesque scenery will make for a wonderful day of golfing, fun, and prizes.

This event is in support of Boston Asian American Film Festival’s productions, community engagement, and film partnerships. This year BAAFF celebrates its 18th anniversary of empowering Asian Americans through film by showcasing Asian American experiences and serving as a resource to filmmakers and the Greater Boston Community.

For questions, please contact Ellen Kaye at [email protected]⛳⛳

06/26/2026

Last day to RSVP!

“As part of our effort to build a national museum dedicated to Asian Pacific American history and culture, the bipartisan, congressionally appointed National Asian Pacific American Museum Commission is hosting convenings and listening sessions across the country. Your voice and perspective will help shape this historic initiative.”

Please join us in Boston, MA to share your input on what a future national Asian Pacific American museum could look like.

06/17/2026

“It wasn’t too long ago that streaming was the place where people of color and women found their footing,” said sociologist and co-author Michael Tran.

“These trends away from diversity in films should raise alarm,” Hunt said. “And push the industry to action.”

Despite Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters,' 2025 was not a great year for representation.