Indie Fest USA 2009

'That Asian Thing' is a documentary film exploring the issue of low Asian American influence within mainstream America. It has become a unified voice by multiple Asian American artists based out of the Midwest Mecca of Chicago, IL. This project is geared to open peoples' eyes and help them realize that there is an untapped pool of talent with an original image. An evolution is slowly taking place and 'That Asian Thing' intends to tell the story that is. This documentary will unravel issues dealing with identity and assimilation. Young adults and teenagers already face the trials and tribulations of peer pressures which can create complex issues of confidence and self-esteem. With the addition of being an Asian American and only a handful of artists with the same race actually reaching water cooler conversation, most youths succumb to being unique and assimilate to their environment. This environment has a low impact of Asian America. Sub-decade into the new millennium, American culture has been powered by mainstream activity. The rulers that magistrates 'the mainstream' are the higher percentage of product buyers. This happens to be teenagers and young adults. Yes - A CYCLE! With a lack of Asian American culture in mainstream America - young Asian Americans don't have much to relate to. Thus, for some teens, they become insecure about their identity, heritage, and become embarrassed. 'That Asian Thing' is geared to install that missing pride and strengthen a voice in the pursuit to try and break the cycle.