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Title: Yellow Rose

Rating: PG-13

Director: Diane Paragas

Cast: Eva Noblezada, Dale Watson, Princess Punzalan, Lea Salonga, Liam Booth, Libby Villari, Gustavo Gomez, Susan Myburgh, Beau Smith, Kelsey Pribilski, Sandy Avila, Shannon McCormick, Thom Hallum, Mamie Meek, Kenneth Wayne Bradley

Release year: 2019

Genres: drama, music

Blurb: Rose, a 17-year-old Filipino-American teenager from Texas, dreams of becoming a country music icon. She has to fend for herself when her mother is arrested by ICE, and must choose between following her dreams without her mother or leaving her passions behind.

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Yellow Rose (2019) dir. Diane Paragas. 7.5/10

I would not recommend this movie to my friends. I would not rewatch this movie.

Elliot is doing his best but is often so awkward and unhelpful. There is so much angst and teenage vibes amidst all these real problems.

I don't feel iike Rose really learned that much or resolved anything really. Her situation was easily made less severe with constant help from random strangers and she always managed to get a room and a job. It's just unrealistic to me. Also, after that happening to my mom, I would not trust any of these strangers.

Lea Solanga omg.

This really took me back to Diane Guerrero's memoir. I'm glad this topic was put into a movie and with Filipino representation as well.

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Filipino Americans have made significant contributions to arts and entertainment, showcasing their talent and cultural influence across various fields such as film, television, music, visual arts, and literature. These contributions are part of a larger narrative of Filipino Americans breaking barriers, expressing identity, and creating a lasting cultural impact.

1. Film and Television

Actors and Actresses:

Lea Salonga is one of the most famous Filipino American entertainers, known for her roles in Broadway musicals like Miss Saigon (for which she won a Tony Award) and as the singing voice of Disney princesses Jasmine (Aladdin) and Mulan (Mulan). Her achievements have inspired many in the Filipino American community.

Darren Criss, a Filipino American actor and singer, rose to fame on Glee and became a household name when he won an Emmy for his role in The Assassination of Gianni Versace.

Vanessa Hudgens, known for her role in High School Musical, and Dave Bautista, who has starred in films like Guardians of the Galaxy, are also prominent Filipino American figures in Hollywood.

Directors and Filmmakers:

Isabel Sandoval is a pioneering transgender Filipino filmmaker who directed the critically acclaimed films Lingua Franca and Aparisyon. She is one of the first trans women of color to have her work featured on Netflix.

Diane Paragas directed the film Yellow Rose, a poignant story about a Filipino American teen facing immigration issues, which received widespread acclaim for its authentic representation of the Filipino American experience.

2. Music

Bruno Mars (Peter Gene Hernandez) is one of the biggest names in contemporary music, known for hits like “Uptown Funk,” “Just the Way You Are,” and “24K Magic.” Born to a Filipino mother, Bruno Mars has embraced his heritage and brought Filipino American identity to the forefront of global pop music.

apl.de.ap (Allan Pineda Lindo) of the Black Eyed Peas is a proud Filipino American who frequently highlights his roots in his music and philanthropic work. As a founding member of one of the best-selling hip hop groups, apl.de.ap’s influence extends globally.

H.E.R. (Gabriella Sarmiento Wilson) is an R&B singer with Filipino and African American heritage. She has won multiple Grammy Awards and is known for her powerful voice and advocacy for diversity and social justice through music.

3. Visual Arts

Pacita Abad was an influential Filipino American painter known for her large-scale, colorful works that reflect her experiences as an immigrant and her love of Filipino culture. Her work, which includes vibrant textile-influenced paintings, is celebrated globally.

Carlos Villa was an iconic Filipino American artist whose work focused on the Filipino diaspora, identity, and indigenous culture. His contributions to abstract expressionism and his exploration of cultural heritage left a lasting impact on the art world.

Alfredo Roces is a multi-disciplinary Filipino American artist and author who has been a central figure in documenting Filipino American culture and history through his works.

4. Literature

Carlos Bulosan is perhaps the most famous Filipino American literary figure. His seminal work, America Is in the Heart (1946), is a powerful autobiography that tells the story of the Filipino immigrant experience, particularly the struggles of Filipino laborers in the early 20th century.

Jessica Hagedorn, a Filipino American novelist, playwright, and multimedia artist, is best known for her novel Dogeaters (1990), which explores life in the Philippines under the Marcos regime and the complex identities of Filipino Americans. She has been a leading voice in Filipino American literature.

R. Zamora Linmark is a poet and novelist known for works like Rolling the R’s, which reflects on the life of Filipino youth in Hawaii, blending English and Filipino languages in a unique narrative style.

5. Theater

Lea Salonga’s contributions to theater extend beyond Miss Saigon. She starred in productions such as Les Misérables and Allegiance, a musical about Japanese American internment camps during World War II, co-starring George Takei. She continues to be an influential figure in theater.

Jose Llana is another major figure in Broadway, having starred in productions like The King and I, Here Lies Love, and Flower Drum Song. Llana’s roles often challenge stereotypes and bring Filipino narratives to a mainstream audience.

6. Dance

Jabbawockeez, a world-renowned hip hop dance crew, has several Filipino American members and gained fame after winning America’s Best Dance Crew in 2008. Their signature masked look and synchronized dance routines have made them global sensations and ambassadors of hip hop culture.

Geena Rocero, a transgender Filipino American model and activist, has also contributed to breaking barriers in the dance and modeling world, advocating for transgender visibility and diversity in the entertainment industry.

7. Fashion

Monique Lhuillier, a Filipino American fashion designer, is internationally recognized for her exquisite bridal and couture designs. She has dressed A-list celebrities and brides worldwide, cementing her place as a major figure in the fashion industry.

8. Comics and Animation

Whilce Portacio, a Filipino American comic book artist and writer, has worked on major titles like X-Men and The Punisher. He is one of the co-founders of Image Comics, a groundbreaking comic book publisher.

Rafael Rosado is an animator and storyboard artist who has worked on popular animated series such as The Boondocks, Teen Titans, and Adventure Time. His work has contributed to bringing diverse stories to life on screen.

9. Representation and Advocacy

Filipino Americans in arts and entertainment are not only recognized for their talents but also for advocating for better representation of Asian Americans. They often use their platforms to challenge stereotypes, promote diversity, and tell stories that reflect the complexities of Filipino American identity. These efforts have helped increase visibility and create more opportunities for future generations of Filipino American artists.

Through their diverse and influential contributions, Filipino Americans have enriched American arts and entertainment, paving the way for future talents to thrive in the industry.

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George attended St. John's University and interned at the New York Amsterdam News. He was hired as black music editor for Record World and then as music editor for Billboard magazine(82 to 89). While there, George published two books: Where Did Our Love Go: The Rise and Fall of the Motown Sound in 1986, and The Death of Rhythm & Blues in 1988. He also wrote a column, entitled "Native Son", for the Village Voice (88-92). He first got involved in film when, in 1986, he helped to finance director Spike Lee's debut feature She's Gotta Have It.[6]

Literary work

George has authored 15 non-fiction books, including the bestseller The Michael Jackson Story in 1984, Blackface: Reflections on African-Americans and the Movies in 1994, Elevating the Game: Black Men and basketball in 1992, and Hip Hop America in 1998. In 2005, he published Post-Soul Nation, which further developed his concept of "post-soul" black culture. With Alan Leeds, he co-authored The James Brown Reader, a collection of articles about the "Godfather of Soul," in 2008. George's The Death of Rhythm and Blues chronicles and critiques the path that R&B has taken.

George has written three detective novels featuring bodyguard-turned-private investigator D Hunter. All three novels—The Accidental Hunter, The Plot Against Hip-Hop: A Novel, and The Lost Treasures of R&B—have been optioned by rapper/actor Common.[9]

Film and television work

In 1991, George co-wrote the Halle Berry vehicle Strictly Business and in 1993 he was co-creator of the movie CB4 starring comedian Chris Rock.

In 2004, George made a short film called To Be a Black Man, starring Samuel L. Jackson, and a documentary called A Great Day in Hip-Hop. Both titles appeared in festivals in New York, London, and Amsterdam. He executive-produced the HBO film Everyday People which also debuted in 2004 at the Sundance Film Festival.

Currently he is serving as co-executive producer of VH1's Hip Hop Honors television show and executive producer of Black Entertainment Television's American Gangster series, which was the highest rated series in the history of BET in 2006. His directorial debut, Life Support, starring Queen Latifah, aired on HBO on March 10, 2007. Latifah won several awards for her performance as Ana Wallace, including a Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild award, and the NAACP Image Award. The show itself won best TV film of the year by the NAACP.  

A resident of Fort Greene, Brooklyn, for more than 25 years, George wrote, narrated, and co-directed with Diane Paragas the 2012 feature documentary Brooklyn Boheme, portraying the uniquely vibrant and diverse African-American artistic community of Fort Greene and Clinton Hill during the 1980s and '90's that included Spike Lee, Chris Rock, Branford Marsalis, Rosie Perez, Saul Williams, Lorna Simpson, Toshi Reagon, writer Touré, writer Adario Strange, Guru of Gang Starr, Erykah Badu, and Talib Kweli, among many others. In 2015, George released A Ballerina's Tale, a documentary on Misty Copeland, a principal ballet dancer for ABT (American Ballet Theatre).

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EVA NOBLEZADA AS ROSE GARCIA Yellow Rose (2019) dir. Diane Paragas

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Yellow Rose

directed by Diane Paragas, 2019

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YELLOW ROSE a film by Diane Paragas

“...is the timely story of a Filipina teen from a small Texas town who fights to pursue her dreams as a country music performer while having to decide between staying with her family or leaving the only home she has known.”

Cast: Eva Noblezada, Lea Salonga, Princess Punzalan, Dale Watson

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Eva Noblezada as Rose in Yellow Rose - Directed by Diane Paragas

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I’ve been trying to keep up with Yellow Rose, to see if they’ll have a showing where I live-- so far, no dice; still amped

Rose, an undocumented Filipino girl, dreams of one day leaving her small Texas town to pursue her country music dreams. Her world is shattered when her mom suddenly gets picked up by immigration and Customs Enforcement. Rose, facing this new reality, is forced to flee the scene, leaving behind the only life she knows, and embarks on a journey of self-discovery as she searches for a new home in the honky tonk world of Austin, Texas.

Current showings on the website, checked on July 14 2019:

Sunday, July 21, 2019

9:00 PM  10:30 PM

Teatro Angela Peralta I Guanajuato, Mexico

Thursday, July 25, 2019

7:00 PM  9:00 PM

Asia Society I New York

Go on the website and buy some tickets if you’re in the area!

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Attention Broadway, HADESTOWN, and country music fans, Eva Noblezada has a feature film debut singing country music

Eva plays an undocumented Filipino American in Texas who gets separated from her mother by ICE agents and copes through country music.

So as of now, the producers are working through distribution before a wider release. I saw the NY premiere at the Asian American International Film Festival. It is a sweet sad little film.

But seriously, promote this film. It dives into the dehumanization of the immigration crisis and a touch of colorism. It is made by a Filipino filmmaker Diane Paragas, who had real-life involvement with the Filipino Legal Defense Fund and did extensive research on detention centers. Its cast includes Lea Salonga and Princess Punzalan. That’s right, Lea Salonga is playing Noblezada’s aunt. It is a sad movie but it does have a balance of hope and community.

Also, the songs are really good.

Tell your conservative friends and family, “There’s this cool Texas movie about a girl who wants to sing country music.”

Keep track of incoming screenings

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This year’s 35th edition of the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival (LAAPFF) returns May 2-10, and will kick off with the World Premiere of Yellow Rose, written and directed  by first time feature female filmmaker Diane Paragas. The film stars Tony Award nominee Eva Noblezada, Tony Award winning actress and Grammy nominee Lea Salonga, country music star Dale Watson, Liam Booth, Gustavo Gomez (“The Walking Dead”), Libby Villari (“Boyhood”), and Princess Punzalan (“Mula Sa Puso”), and features original songs written by Watson, Paragas, Noblezada and cast.

Yellow Rose tells the story of a headstrong Filipino girl, from a small Texas town, fighting to pursue her country music dreams while facing the threat of deportation.

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ShoPowSho Episode 014: Writer/Director, Diane Paragas

ShoPowSho Episode 014: Writer/Director, Diane Paragas

Psst. Psst. Hoy! New episode of the ShoPowSho! ShoPowSho explores Filipino and Filipino American history and culture; along with spotlighting and featuring Filipinos throughout various fields of industry to help showcase the amazing contributions they have provided to our world. Please join me, Kuya P, and my wonderful co-hosts, or as I like to affectionately call them, “The Amazing Ates”…

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YELLOW ROSE  ★  (2020)

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'Yellow Rose' Film Review: Eva Noblezada, Lea Salonga shine in story of aspiring Filipina country music star

‘Yellow Rose’ Film Review: Eva Noblezada, Lea Salonga shine in story of aspiring Filipina country music star

Eva Noblezada as Rose in “Yellow Rose.” Starring Eva Noblezada, Princess Punzalan, Dale Watson, Lea Salonga. Dir. Diane Paragas. (Photo: “Yellow Rose”)

Yellow Rose provides an intimate coming-of-age portrait of finding your identity through music and the immigrant experience.

In the lone star state of Texas, a young Filipina teenager wields her guitar. Adorned with a cowboy hat, blue jeans and…

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The Gold List 2021

The Gold List honors the most outstanding Asian and Pacific Islander (API) achievements in the film industry each year. It was created to accelerate the fair inclusion of APIs in mainstream media by helping API films secure major award nominations and recognition, especially at a time when APIs continue to face discrimination and xenophobia.

Best Picture winners:

MINARI

SOUND OF METAL

Honorable Mentions:

THE HALF OF IT

THE WHITE TIGER

YELLOW ROSE

Best Director winners:

LEE ISAAC CHUNG, Minari

CHLOÉ ZHAO, Nomadland

Honorable Mentions:

RAMIN BAHRANI, The White Tiger

DIANE PARAGAS, Yellow Rose

ALICE WU, The Half of It

ALAN YANG, Tigertail

Best Actor winners:

RIZ AHMED, Sound of Metal 

STEVEN YEUN, Minari 

Honorable Mentions:

ADARSH GOURAV, The White Tiger 

DEV PATEL, The Personal History of David Copperfield 

HARRY SHUM JR., All My Life

Best Actress winners:

YERI HAN, Minari

LEAH LEWIS, The Half of It 

Honorable Mentions:

HONG CHAU, Driveways 

TSAI CHIN, Lucky Grandma 

EVA NOBLEZADA, Yellow Rose 

Best Supporting Actor winners:

ALAN KIM, Minari 

ORION LEE, First Cow 

Honorable Mentions:

LUCAS JAYE, Driveways 

TZI MA, Mulan 

RAJKUMMAR RAO, The White Tiger

Best Supporting Actress winners:

PHILLIPA SOO, Hamilton 

YUH-JUNG YOUN, Minari 

Honorable Mentions:

PRIYANKA CHOPRA JONAS, The White Tiger 

GONG LI, Mulan 

LEA SALONGA, Yellow Rose

Best Original Screenplay winners:

LEE ISAAC CHUNG, Minari 

ALICE WU, The Half of It 

Honorable Mentions:

MONG-HONG CHUNG + YAO-SHENG CHANG, A Sun 

DIANE PARAGAS, Yellow Rose 

ISABEL SANDOVAL, Lingua Franca

Best Adapted Screenplay winners:

RAMIN BAHRANI, The White Tiger 

CHLOÉ ZHAO, Nomadland

Best Animated Feature winners:

BOMBAY ROSE 

OVER THE MOON 

Honorable Mentions:

DEMON SLAYER: MUGEN TRAIN 

ON-GAKU: OUR SOUND

A WHISKER AWAY 

Best Documentary Feature winners:

BE WATER 

A THOUSAND CUTS 

Honorable Mentions:

76 DAYS 

THE DONUT KING 

THE SOCIAL DILEMMA