16th Annual Asian American Film Series – Night 1

July 11, 2025

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

General: $5
SBTHP Members: FREE

Join the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation’s opening night of their sixteenth-annual Asian American Film Series at the historic Alhecama Theatre for a screening of ‘Home Court.’ The film is the coming-of-age story of Ashley Chea, a Cambodian American basketball prodigy in Southern California whose life intensifies as recruitment heats up. (2024, 95 min)

There will be a Q&A session with filmmaker Erica Tanamachi and a reception to follow.

Seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis (No RSVP required)

The Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation’s 2025 Asian American Film Series (AAFS) features four recently released, captivating documentary films that were carefully selected by SBTHP’s Asian American Affinity Group. Whether you’re a film enthusiast, a supporter of lifting AAPI perspectives and voices, or just looking for an inspiring and entertaining cinematic experience, this year’s AAFS will not disappoint! SBTHP’s Asian American Film Series is made possible by the generous support of the George H. Griffiths and Olive J. Griffiths Charitable Foundation and brings AAPI-centered stories and filmmakers to the Santa Barbara community each July.

16th Annual Asian American Film Series – Night 1

215 A East Canon Perdido Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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