SHORT FILMS by Alex Billington August 3, 2023Source: Vimeo “So what do we do? Do we just allow it to happen, do we just continue to do what we been doin’, and not prepared for the worst. Or – do we wake up?” Here’s an excellent short doc film to watch and be inspired by. I’m Not An Activist is a 10-minute short film directed by filmmaker Dan Chen, who also directed the feature doc film Accepted recently. It introduces us to the “Dragon Combat Club” of New York City, a free self-dense course to help residents of New York City defend themselves against violent racism. It launched initially in early 2020 in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when attacks on Asians around America were increasing. They decided to take matters into their own hands and turn the concept into a community outreach program, connecting with all kinds of different people. It’s a beautifully-shot profile of this group, its founder, and its members, and how it is making a difference and inspiring comradery in the city. Enjoy. Thanks to Vimeo Staff Picks for the tip on this debuting online. Brief intro direct from Vimeo: “In response to brutal
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