Amefil (Amy) (2023)
For the first time on film, 80-year-old Hawai‘i civil rights pioneer and Filipina activist Amy Agbayani gives voice to her own history, which in turn traces landmark events in the story of social justice in Hawai‘i.
For the first time on film, 80-year-old Hawai‘i civil rights pioneer and Filipina activist Amy Agbayani gives voice to her own history, which in turn traces landmark events in the story of social justice in Hawai‘i. Her advocacy for diversity, equity and inclusion in the classroom and broader community serves as a lesson in persistence for the next generation of activists who hope to fight systemic racism and discrimination.
Director: Eleni Avendaño
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 15 min
Release Date: November 1, 2023
Cast
- Amy Avendaño - Herself
- William Hoshijo - Himself
- Doris Ching - Herself
- Neil Abercrombie - Himself
- Agnes Malate - Herself
- Jonathan Okamura - Himself
Screenplay
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Eleni Avendaño
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Amefil (Amy) about?
- For the first time on film, 80-year-old Hawai‘i civil rights pioneer and Filipina activist Amy Agbayani gives voice to her own history, which in turn traces landmark events in the story of social justice in Hawai‘i. Her advocacy for diversity, equity and inclusion in the classroom and broader community serves as a lesson in persistence for the next generation of activists who hope to fight systemic racism and discrimination.
- Who directed Amefil (Amy)?
- Amefil (Amy) was directed by Eleni Avendaño.
- Who stars in Amefil (Amy)?
- Amefil (Amy) stars Amy Avendaño, William Hoshijo, Doris Ching, Neil Abercrombie, Agnes Malate, Jonathan Okamura.
- How long is Amefil (Amy)?
- Amefil (Amy) has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
- What genre is Amefil (Amy)?
- Amefil (Amy) is a Documentary film.