Reel Asian

Summer’s busy, and you need a little accountability to get work done? Join us for Reelwork next Thurs, Aug 20.

This month, we’re joined by guest baristas Cindy Ci and Amanda Low. Work in a relaxed setting, meet other creatives, and learn about membership perks and volunteering at the festival!

With our 30th anniversary approaching this fall, there’s no better time to sign up as a member or volunteer.

📅 Thursday, Aug 20, 2026 from 5–8PM
📍 The Commons (4th floor), 401 Richmond St W
🎟️ $10 or FREE for Reel Asian Members
☕ Entry includes one specialty drink ticket. Light snacks will be available.
👉RSVP at reelasian.com/reelwork

Camping trip turned into a tick infestation?

Take a look into the filming of participant Minjae Kwak’s short film, THE LANTERN. Catch the screening in November at .

Catch Iris Kim’s BABY FAT and Harrison Browne’s PINK LIGHT at Toronto Outdoor Picture Show on Thurs, Aug 13. Screening ahead of Fawzia Mirza’s THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS, enjoy an evening of films, arts & crafts, and snacks!

BABY FAT dir. iris kim is a short film following Kitty feeling stuck in her twenties, haunted by the fear of choosing the wrong path and burdened with familial pressures. From moving through the fear of embarking on a new adventure to her giddy, snap decision to leave behind what no longer serves her, sometimes the contemplation of the journey is part of the journey itself.

PINK LIGHT dir. Harrison Browne is based on transgender director, author, and athlete, Harrison Browne’s real life, telling the story of a professional hockey player flashing back to his youth. During a transitional time waiting on the brink for life to really begin, while simultaneously closing out a very meaningful chapter, this short film explores the hard-won hindsight and complicated feelings of lamenting and honouring our past selves.

More details at reelasian.com/the-queen-of-my-dreams-2026

📆Thurs, Aug 13, 2026
📍Bell Manor Park (1 Bayside Ln)
🎟️Free (no ticket required to attend)

Never too late to learn how to skate🛹

Enjoy a sneak peek of participant Nick Patel’s short film, DON’T BAIL and see its world premiere at this November.

Through the lens of Bollywood fantasy, THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS follows Azra’s coming-of-age story as a q***r Pakistani-Canadian Muslim women. Her journey to Karachi for her father’s funeral leads her to discover the parallels between her life and her mother’s.

Directed by Fawzia Mirza, THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS was our opening night film where it won RBC’s best Canadian feature, and Armstrong Acting Studio’s outstanding performer in a Canadian feature film.

Join us as we co-present Toronto Outdoor Picture Show’s screening of THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS, with short films, BABY FAT dir. Iris Kim and PINK LIGHT dir. Harrison Browne.

Learn more at reelasian.com/the-queen-of-my-dreams-2026

📆Thurs, Aug 13, 2026 at 8:30PM
📍Bell Manor Park
🎟️Free (no ticket required to attend)

Reel Asian is sending a delegation of 10 filmmakers to TIFF 2026! Apply by Wed, July 29 11:59PM ET to be considered.

Applicants must be a current RAAN member. If you had a film programmed at Reel Asian, you’re eligible to join our alumni network. Sign up for RAAN before Wed, July 29 to be eligible for the delegation and unlock more exclusive industry perks.

Learn more at reelasian.com/tiff-delegation