Greetings, internet friends. It is time, once again, to meet the Angry Reader of the Week, spotlighting you, the very special readers of this website. Over the years, I've been able to connect with a lot of cool folks, and this is a way of showing some appreciation and attention to the people who help make this blog what it is. This week's Angry Reader is Tanuj Chopra, whose feature film Chee and T will be released on August 1.
Who are you?
Tanuj Chopra
What are you?
Maker of films.
Elite three point shooter.
American Panjabi.
Loyal reader of A.A.M.
Where are you?
On the 101 halfway between LA and the Bay.
Where are you from?
Palo Alto.
New Delhi.
New York.
LA.
What do you do?
Dream.
Write.
Get $$$.
Crew up.
Direct.
Shoot.
Edit.
Color/mix.
Deliver.
Festivals.
Distribute.
Drink.
Repeat.
What are you all about?
Making media that centers Asian-American stories and talent.
Creating opportunities for people I love.
Intelligence.
Education.
Collaboration.
Mi familia.
Loyalty. Authenticity.
Elderly folks.
Staying cool under pressure.
Doing it yourself (with your best friends.)
What makes you angry?
Black lives stolen by reckless, ill-trained cops.
Violence towards the LGBTQ community.
Hate crimes.
Standing Rock, false promises to Native peoples.
The Oak Creek Gurdwara massacre.
Impatience.
Selfish assholes.
The culture of failing upwards.
Asian-American erasure and exclusion.
The myth that no market exists for films starring POC.
People who can't understand floor spacing when hooping.
What our culture is denied with so few narrative films directed by women of color.
Washington's football team name and mascot.
and many things I read about on this blog...
Thank you for your voice Phil.
Your advocacy is vital and appreciated.
Much love to all your readers.
