AAAFF Presents Japanese Retro Cinema Night at UCHI March 14th @ 8pm

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March 2010 News & Updates The AAAFF Staff have begun working on the 2010 Austin Asian American Film Festival! Please check our website (www.aaaff.org) in the next few weeks for more news and updates.

 

AAAFF Present Japanese Retro Cinema Night at UCHI March 14th @ 8pm You are welcome to an amazing, outdoor screening at Uchi (voted Best Food in Austin by Zagat, 2010). This FREE screening is a true celebration of Japanese retro cinema. Whether you come for the film or the incredible food, this will be an event to remember. No tickets required. Language: Japanese (w/ English Subtitles) Uchi info: Website: www.uchiaustin.com Address: 801 South Lamar Boulevard

 

 

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