2025 BIPOC Film Festival Showcases Student Talent in Philadelphia

Temple University hosted its 4th annual Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) film festival on February 13, showcasing 11 short films across various genres, highlighting the talents of BIPOC filmmakers during Black History Month. Jason Lindner, Associate Director for TFMA, noted the festival's origins with the student organization 'Filmed In Color' and mentioned upcoming events, including a women's film festival on March 20. Film student Emma Deku emphasized the festival's role in connecting the community and showcasing student talent. Meanwhile, the Japanese Film Festival 2025 kicked off in Davao City on February 21, focusing on cultural connections and featuring a diverse selection of Japanese films. The festival aims to strengthen ties between Japan and the Philippines, fostering mutual understanding through cinema. Additionally, the 14th annual Films of Remembrance will take place across California, shedding light on the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, with a record 19 films scheduled for screening.