Celebrate AAPI Month With These 10 Filmmakers
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month this May with these movies and shows directed by AAPI talent!
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) month. To mark the occasion, we put together this list of 10 titles now available on-demand with Sling and Sling Freestream that were directed by AAPI filmmakers. From the biggest action blockbusters to thoughtful dramas, here’s a brief look at a handful of films and shows that provide a snapshot of the talented AAPI filmmakers working today.
For even more AAPI content to watch this May, look for the playlist “Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Month” on the homepage of the Sling app. And to watch the most movies, shows, and sports on Sling, use the link below to subscribe to Sling Orange + Blue.
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Past Lives
https://www.youtube.com/embed/kA244xewjcI?si=Brea0kDJlg_r5uHa
Directed By: Celine Song
Critics Say: “A transcendent debut for South Korean-Canadian filmmaker Celine Song, this romantic drama is a masterclass in slow, simmering storytelling. It will stay with you, maybe even into your next life.” - Nick De Semlyen, Empire Magazine
How to Watch With Sling: A vailable with a subscription to Paramount+ With SHOWTIME
Ip Man
Directed By: Wilson Yip
Critics Say: “Wilson Yip has crafted a gripping, rousing, beautifully structured yarn, built around a calm but charismatic star performance by Donnie Yen and magnificent action sequences choreographed by the legendary Sammo Hung.” - Andrew O’Hehir, Salon.com
How to Watch With Sling: Click here to watch Ip Man on Hi-Yah! With Sling Freestream!
Shōgun
https://www.youtube.com/embed/yAN5uspO_hk?si=yqRkq0LY_qD_nbKK
Created By: Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks
Critics Say: “Shōgun’s finale is subdued and meditative, in some ways more notable for what it decides to forego than include. It’s a final pivot in a season full of them, and it solidifies Shōgun as a true modern masterpiece.” Mark Schiff, What’s On Sling
How to Watch With Sling: All 10 episodes are available on-demand via FX with Sling Blue/ Orange + Blue
Shōgun will be available on Sling until May 22
Meet the Patels
Directed By: Geeta Patel and Ravi Patel
Critics Say: “It's a delight of a film, but it also examines problems of assimilation, culture clash, modern romance and the value (or prison) of tradition. Which is quite a bit of stuff for a movie that's just plain fun to watch.” Tom Long, Detroit News
How to Watch With Sling: Click here to watch Meet the Patels on UP Faith & Family with Sling Freestream!
The Host
https://www.youtube.com/embed/i6b42ZMkUcQ?si=xXr_3SnRFodk2ZYI
Directed By: Bong Joon-ho
Critics Say: “A horror thriller, a political satire, a dysfunctional family comedy, and a touching melodrama, Bong Joon-ho's The Host is also one helluva monster movie.” - Jim Emerson, Chicago Sun-Times
How to Watch With Sling: Click here to watch The Host on CineLife with Sling Freestream!
The Last Airbender
Directed By: M. Night Shyamalan
Critics Say: “Shyamalan appears to be having a little fun here.” - Stephanie Zacharek, Movieline
How to Watch With Sling: Available on-demand on USA Network with Sling Blue/ Orange + Blue
Fast & Furious
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ne5E7hOQqn0?si=UroFQ2U7wgZ4GJ0Y
Directed By: Justin Lin
Critics Say: “The reunion is fun and frantic, like the original on double nitro.” Desson Thomson, Washington Post
How to Watch With Sling: Available on-demand on USA Network with Sling Blue/ Orange + Blue
Aquaman
Directed By: James Wan
Critics Say: “There are parts of Aquaman that are so wonderfully strange that it's astonishing to see them in a franchise blockbuster.” Sam Adams, Slate
How to Watch With Sling: Available on-demand on TNT with Sling Blue, Orange, or Orange + Blue
Monkey Man
https://www.youtube.com/embed/aqa3YTtwvaU?si=4Q_P8gnE78ojOT-R
Directed By: Dev Patel
Critics Say: “Monkey Man makes for a forceful directorial debut from Patel. More than anything else, he brings a compelling gravity to a film that is quite serious about getting seriously brutal.” - Jake Coyle - Associated Press
Gemini Man
Directed By: Ang Lee
Critics Say: “Director Ang Lee is trailblazing new territory with a highly enjoyable, action-packed story and a perfect star in Will Smith. The entertainment value is high and cutting-edge technology organically suits the content.” Leonard Maltin, Leonardmaltin.com