Author Archives: Hector Arrieta

Whether one would like to believe it or not, the paths of cheerleading and filmmaking are intertwined. Although one could make the argument that cheerleading – in the sense of gathering together and screaming in support – has existed since the dawn of civilization, cheerleading as we know it today dates back only to theContinue reading “‘Victory’ – 25th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival Recap”

One of the most common motherly hyperbolies we hear in early childhood is about how far they would go to protect us. Usually something along the lines of, “I would hurt anyone who tries to lay a finger on my baby.” While this statement is obviously not meant to be taken literally, it nonetheless instillsContinue reading “‘A Normal Family’ Review – 13th SDAFF Spring Showcase Recap”

Editors note: a “bildungsroman,” according to Oxford, is a novel dealing with one person’s formative years or spiritual education. This term could potentially apply to films as well. Puberty and facial hair. Growing up and self-discovery. High school and the crippling anxiety of having to talk to people of the opposite gender. These are justContinue reading “Closing Night: ‘Mustache’ – 24th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival Recap”