The 72 Hour Film Shootout

The 72 Hour Film Shootout A high profile annual film competition. At least one key production member and a lead actor from each team must be of Asian descent.

The 72 Hour Film Shootout (“Shootout”) is a worldwide competition in which filmmaking teams have a total of 72 hours to write, shoot, edit and produce short films up to five minutes in length on a common theme. The competition creates opportunities for Asian Americans to demonstrate their talent, gain exposure in the entertainment industry and significantly impacts the visibility of Asian American characters in film and television. Email [email protected] for more information.

12/18/2025

Mark your calendars! is back on tv and airing across the country! Catch the newest season as it drops on Crossings TV - perfect holiday de-stress! More at https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3591302/

12/08/2025

Don't miss the NEW SEASON of broadcasting across the country on Crossings TV

12/05/2025

As we wrap up 2025, we want to thank you for being part of our community during a year of restructuring, experimentation, and bold new programming. We’ve been working hard to support you—the actors, writers, filmmakers, and creators who make this community so extraordinary.

11/26/2025

Don't miss last of the year! A podcast for and !

11/17/2025

Looking for funding or resources to bring your creative vision to life? 💡 Hali Lee, of the , joins Film Lab's "Elevating Women in Entertainment" to share how everyday people can help amplify underrepresented voices — and how artists like you can access real funding and support. 🎨✨ Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on building equity in the arts. 👉 Watch for FREE on YouTube.com/ and learn how to connect with asianwomengivingcircle

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10/28/2025

In this episode of Film Lab’s Elevating Women in Entertainment interview series, hosts Jennifer Betit Yen, Gina Matos, and Anoushka Sharma sit down with Dr. ...

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Join us for a powerful new episode of Film Lab's "Elevating Women in Entertainment" featuring Hali Lee of the Asian Women Giving Circle!

10/17/2025

How do academia and entertainment intersect to spark real change? 🌟In this sneak peek from Film Lab’s Elevating Women in Entertainment series, Dr. John J. C...

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The 72 Hour Film Shootout (“Shootout”) is a worldwide competition organized by the Film Lab in which filmmaking teams have a total of 72 hours to write, shoot, edit and produce short films up to five minutes in length on a common theme. The competition creates opportunities for women, Asian Americans and other filmmakers of color to demonstrate their talent, gain exposure in the entertainment industry and significantly impacts the visibility of Asian American and other diverse stories and characters in film and television. At least one key production member and a lead actor from each team must be of Asian descent. The Film Lab is run under the direction of President Jennifer Betit Yen. Management include Renee Lasher (Industry Spotlight and Shootout) and Jodi Lin (Editor). Acting and Advisory Board members include Aaron Woolfolk, Chloe Jenkins (Treasurer), Daryl King (Secretary), and James Kyson. The Film Lab is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Membership and all contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. www.film-lab.org [email protected]