Proof of Loyalty: Kazuo Yamane and the Nisei Soldiers of Hawaii

Thursday, August 3 at 9:45 p.m.

Asia Society – 725 Park Avenue at 70th Street

Admission: $15/$11 seniors, students, handicapped patrons, Asian CineVision Members and Community Partners

The Asian American International Film Festival continues with the World Premiere of Kazuo Yamane and the Nisei Soldiers of Hawaii, a documentary directed by Lucy Ostrander and Don Sellers.

The film tells the story of Kazuo Yamane, a Japanese American who played a crucial strategic role in World War II. He and his fellow Nisei from Hawaii combatted prejudice and discrimination to serve their country loyally. Their extraordinary service, mostly untold, ultimately changed the course of U.S. history.

Thanks to the generosity of our friends at AAIFF, JC•NYC readers will receive a 25% discount for general admission tickets to ANY film or program during the festival – not just the Japanese ones! Use promo code JCNYCaaiff40 when purchasing tickets through AAIFF’s website.