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AAS 01: Student Documentary Showcase
AAS 01: Student Documentary Showcase
Reclaiming Narratives: Student-led documentary films in Asian American Studies
Reclaiming Narratives: Student-led documentary films in Asian American Studies
The documentaries featured on this page are final projects from AAS 01: Introduction to Asian American Studies, where students where students put theory into practice through community-based conversations. They practice relationship-building, active listening, curious inquiry, and storytelling. Each film connects course concepts to real-world experiences, emphasizing ethical storytelling, critical interpretation, and the responsibility that comes with representing others. These projects show how Asian American Studies extends beyond the classroom and into the work of narrative change and social transformation.
Exploring the Model Minority Myth and its Role in the Media
Exploring the Model Minority Myth and its Role in the Media
A brief history on the model minority myth, how it is used today, and the harmful effects of the term. By Daniel Doan, Eric Ho, Dom Salazar (Fall 2025)
CharlieN AAS Documentary.mp4Asians and Mexicans Bonded by hardships, Creating solidarity
Asians and Mexicans Bonded by hardships, Creating solidarity
The bond between the asian community and Mexican community on the east side of san jose, all because of social hardships and barriers. By Charlie Nguyen (Fall 2025)
ASIAN AMERICAN PRESENCE IN COMEDY - AAS 01 DOCUMENTARY.mp4Asian American Presence in Comedy
Asian American Presence in Comedy
In this film, we explore why many Asian American comedians perpetuate racism by looking into the history of Asian American presence in American entertainment dating from the 1890s to today. By Sophie Vu and Michael Tolentino (Fall 2025)
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