“The Brothers Sun” is Not Your Mother’s Gangster Show
Chewy and complex, Netflix’s new action comedy series “The Brothers Sun” explores nuanced Asian American identities, families, and choice.
Sung Kang Gives Us Campy Horror in “Shaky Shivers”
In his directorial debut, the Korean American actor used the resources at his disposal to create a fun and nostalgic dark comedy.
“Joy Ride” Expands Definitions of Family and Navigates Complexities of Identity
Adele Lim’s directorial debut is a chick flick, raunchy comedy, and Asian American movie all in one. The story thrives because the film isn’t focused on being more than it is.
Film Adaptation “Love in Taipei” is Sweet Like Bubble Tea
Paramount+’s ‘Love in Taipei’ is a cute, wholesome adaptation of best-selling novel “Loveboat, Taipei.” Author and executive producer Abigail Hing Wen talks to Mochi about Asian Americans being cool now and translating her pages to the screen.
Memories and Time Travel: Humanizing Dementia in “Wisdom Gone Wild”
In her moving documentary, “Wisdom Gone Wild,” filmmaker Rea Tajiri encourages us to reshape our perspective and dialogue on dementia.
Forever Young: Celebrating Life in “Last Summer of Nathan Lee”
“Last Summer of Nathan Lee” debuted its world premiere at CAAMFest 2023. Mochi sits down to discuss the film with the director, Quentin Lee.
Hit Like a Girl: Claudia Tan’s Road to “Perfect Addiction”
Romance author Claudia Tan sits down with Mochi to discuss her early writing journey, her hit novel, “Perfect Addiction,” making its way to the big screen, and balancing writing with her pop music career.
South Asian Sisters Kick Ass in “Polite Society”
We chatted with the film’s director Nida Manzoor about depictions of sisterhood, women’s fury, and more.
Where Are You Really From: Bridging the Gap in “Asian American Eyz’d”
“Asian American Eyz’d” is a stand-up comedy special starring Ana Tuazon Parsons, Nicky Endres, and Aidan Park. Mochi sits down for a heartfelt conversation to discuss the creation of the special, the power of humor, and the value of representation.
Amrit Kapai of “Family Karma” Breaks Ground For LGBTQ+ Indian Americans
The reality TV star talks about his deep friendship with Vishal Parvani and getting married to his long-term partner Nicholas Kouchoukos in front of Bravo’s cameras.