Yin Yin/Jade Love

“Yin Yin/Jade Love” is a documentary about a granddaughter’s discovery of her grandmother after she has died. The film simultaneously explores the emotional impact of the filmmaker’s last visit with her grandmother, her death, what was subsequently discovered about her extraordinary life, and childhood memories surrounding her and her home. The narration, by the filmmaker, is supported by past (VHS, 8mm, historical stills), present (16mm) and recreated (Super 8) images that are woven together creating a rich, densely layered, reflective collage. “Yin Yin/Jade Love” hopes to capture a portrait of the filmmaker’s Yin Yin and convey insight into the experience of loss, discovery and regret. Selected screenings: VC Filmfest, LA, USA, 2004; Calgary International Film Festival, Calgary, AB, 2003; 26th Asian American International Film Festival, NYC, USA, 2003; CFC Worldwide Short Film Festival, Toronto, ON, 2003; Outstanding Canadian Short Film Award, Reel World Film Festival, Toronto, ON, 2003 Awards: Outstanding Canadian Short Film Award, Reel World Film Festival, Toronto, ON, 2003