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The San Diego Asian Film Festival is an annual event of the San Diego Asian Film Foundation. Our mission is to connect audiences to the human experience through the Pan Asian media arts.

We've been around since 2000, premiering films from around the world. Our emphasis is on Asian American cinema, but we also showcase international films, along with shorts, documentaries, and animation. Along with films, patrons will be able to meet and speak with filmmakers and actors, enjoy meaningful discussions, hear live music, and enjoy nightly parties.

Most of all, we pride ourselves in being a well-organized, friendly festival made of people who are passionate about life, learning...and having FUN!

The 10th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival takes place October 15-29, 2009 in San Diego.

Most screenings and panel discussions October 15-29 will be at the UltraStar Mission Valley at Hazard Center, located off the 163 and Friars Road. Hazard Center has plenty of free parking, shops, restaurants, and is accessible by the Trolley:

UltraStar Mission Valley at Hazard Center
7510 Hazard Center Drive
San Diego, California 92108
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For those attending our Gala Awards Dinner on Saturday, October 17, the location of the dinner is at the Town & County Hotel in Mission Valley, located just a few minutes from our theater.

Ride the Trolley or Bus to the San Diego Asian Film Festival. For Bus and Trolley Line information click here.

Doubletree Hotel, San Diego

For convenience, comfort, and great service, your best choice is the Doubletree Hotel San Diego. Located right next door to the UltraStar Cinemas where the film festival takes place, you won't need to drive! (Not to mention, you get those yummy, warm cookies when you check-in.)

7450 Hazard Center Drive
San Diego, California 92108
619-297-5466

You can find the best rates online, and you save more money if you pay in advance. To make book a room online Doubletree, click here.

Town & Country Resort & Hotel

The Town & Country Resort offers beautiful pools, dining, and wireless internet for $5. It's located on the trolley line, so if you don’t have a car, just hop on the trolley and the film festival is just one stop away!

500 Hotel Circle North
San Diego, CA 92108

Reserve a room by September 24 to take advantage of the festival's discounted rates. Single occupancy is $125/single, $145/double. Rates do not include the 10.6% Occupancy Tax or the 2% San Diego Tourism Marketing District Assessment (subject to change).

To make reservations:

1. Call the reservations department toll free: 800-772-8527
   Be sure to mention group name: San Diego Asian Film Festival
2. Book rooms online

You can purchase all-fest passes, 4-packs, 10-packs, group tickets and individual discounted tickets online through October 11 at 12:01 AM PST. Tickets can also be purchased at the UltraStar Mission Valley Box office starting on October 13 at 5 PM.

An excellent way to experience the festival is from the "inside" through volunteering. Not only are you helping serve the community, but you'll also get to meet some of the nicest people in town. To sign up as a volunteer, click here to be connected to our volunteer database.

We want to make sure that you have the most enjoyable and meaningful experience during the festival. If you have time, please fill out this survey to let us know about your festival experience.