Center for Asian American Media

A chance meeting at the local produce market of two middle-aged Japanese American women who haven’t seen each other “in ages” sparks a few minutes of panic as one desperately tries to recall who the other is. Based on the short story, “American Fish,” by R.A. Sasaki, this unforgettable moment reveals these women’s search through their past (including their concentration camp experience) in order to bring light to the present.

“Even in the absence of acquaintance, we can share a cultural past.”

- Seattle International Film Festival

“The story’s mixture of humor and dramatic tension…gives an entirely new perspective on the internment experience.”

- Scott Watanabe, International Examiner

Awards
Runner-Up, Best Short Film, Seattle International Film Festival

Recognition
Local PBS Broadcast

College/Institution

Note for K-12/Public Library/Community Groups

If there is no discount pricing listed, please contact us.

For details and for previews, email distribution@asianamericanmedia.org
or call (415) 552-9550.