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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 23h

Just announced! My short film THE GIRL WHO DANCED AT NIGHT screens between 5–7 p.m. at the Neu Wave AI Film Festival in LA, Wed., Oct. 14. Festival: 4–10 p.m. Founded by Tony Shyu, my creative partner and a visionary leader exploring the future of filmmaking. neuwavefest.com #FutureOfFilmmaking

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3 rd annual Neu Wave AI Film Festival OCT 14 LA TECH WEEK

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

First time I'm sharing this clip of my Aunt Daisy showing me the meanings of the mah jong tiles during my last visit with her in 2019. So glad I had the presence of mind to capture this...and her voice #mahjong #familystories, #dancingintheirlight #asianamericanstoreis

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

On set with @roberthanda.bsky.social for his Asian Pacific America segment. Appreciated the chance to talk about my book, Dancing in Their Light, and its creative journey to adapt this into a tv series. #RobertHanda #AsianAmerican #AAPI #BayArea #Storytelling #ArtsLeadership #Dancingintheirlight

on set for NBC Bay Area and Robert Handa's ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICA segment to talk about my book, Dancing in Their Light, and its journey to hopefully becoming a tv series.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

My short film, THE GIRL WHO DANCED AT NIGHT—written & produced by me and directed by Tony Shyu—has been selected for Neu Wave AI Film Fest in LA! Festival debut Oct. 14. 40% off with code DANCE through Aug. 29. 🎟️ partiful.com/e/QCoRNMFWeZ... #AIFilm #AIFilmmaking #TheGirlWhoDancedAtNight

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Thank you, @tikioasis.bsky.social for inviting me to be among the featured authors at the Tiki Oasis book signing on Aug. 8! Loved being with you all! #PolynesianNights #TikiCulture #PolynesianCulture #BookSigning #TikiCommunity #tikioasis

Tiki authors at Tiki Oasis book signing, Aug 8, 2026

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

THE HOUSE OF MAH JONG, a proposed TV series inspired by my memoir Dancing in Their Light, is now entering the television and streaming marketplace. A story of family, immigration, identity, and the unforgettable world of a 1970s Polynesian nightclub. #dancingintheirlight #tvseries #aanhpi

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Thank you, Tanduay, for sponsoring my presentation at the Tiki Oasis (regarded as the world's largest gathering celebrating Polynesian pop culture) in San Diego on Aug 8! I will doing a book signing at 11:00/my presentation is at 1:45 Registration information is available here: lnkd.in/gGeNWJRw

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Channeling Anne Lamott as I outline my 4th book: "You own everything that happened to you. Tell your stories. If people wanted you to write warmly about them, they should’ve behaved better.” #annelamott #nextchapter

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

This is the first major Native American-owned film studio in the United States! Camel Rock Studios. www.camelrockstudios.com #CamelRockStudios #IndigenousStorytelling #NativeVoices #NativeAmericanFilm #FilmIndustry #Storytelling #CulturalPreservation #FilmProduction #tesuquepueblo

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Two dancers (Mapela Wong and me) from Mah Jong's Polynesian restaurant reuniting after 58 years. Mapela is holding my book which captured the golden era of our Polynesian nightclub in the 1960's and '70s! #dancingintheirlight #reunion #polynesian #houseofmahjong #dancers

Mapela and me as dancers at my parents Polynesian nightclub (Mah Jong Restaurant) 58 years ago!

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

My short film, THE GIRL WHO DANCED AT NIGHT, will have its premiere at the Neu Wave Film Fest in Hollywood on Wed, Oct 14! neuwavefest.com #dancingintheirlight #asianamericanstories #tonyshyu #polynesiandancing #dancing #italiangodfather #houseofmahjong #womenfilmakers

A depiction of me selling cigarettes to my Italian godfather at our family nightclub.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Setting up my "audio booth" to narrate my audiobook, Dancing in Their Light! At Meets The Eye Studios in San Carlos, CA! #audiobook #audiobookrecording #memoir #dancingintheirlight #meetstheeyestudios

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Funding opportunity!!! If you’re working on a narrative feature film, this is one to pay attention to. The SFFILM Rainin Grants are currently open, offering up to $25,000 for narrative projects with a social justice focus. sffilm.org/rainin-grant...

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SFFILM Rainin Grant - SFFILM

ARTIST DEVELOPMENT › SFFILM RAININ GRANT SFFILM Rainin Grant Overview The SFFILM Rainin Grant program is the largest granting body for independent narrative feature films in the US. Grants support […]

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Check out Repair Cafe -- a community space that matches up volunteers to fix various household items, jewelry, electronics, etc. Fewer items are put into landfills and you get to celebrate by ringing the "We Fixed It" bell! #repaircafe #fixitdontthrowitaway #repairculture #communitybuilding

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

One of the greatest love stories I have ever known. Heartfelt condolences to MTT and to all who knew/worked/loved Joshua www.kqed.org/arts/1398703...

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Joshua Robison, Husband to Michael Tilson Thomas, Dies at 79 | KQED

Robison, a constant presence at San Francisco Symphony events, died in his sleep at home Sunday night.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Congrats @ralphremington.bsky.social on the launch of your powerful book, Penetrating Whiteness. If ever a book to read to grapple with the times that we are in, this is it. Run, don't walk, to get your copy. #ralphremington #penetratingwhiteness #artandactivism

With Ralph Remington at his book launch at City Lights Book in San Francisco.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

My year-end ritual: get rid of things that trigger bad memories.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Good culinary shopping news for Foster City/the Peninsula Region (California)!

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

My 3rd book which is inspired by my Polynesian nightclub days. Filled with nearly 100 illustrations, this educational art book is perfect for coloring enthusiasts of all ages! This will be available for online sales starting Nov 21! #polynesiannights #dancingintheirlight #culturalheritage

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

CA friends -- Vote YES on Prop50 to temporarily redistrict our congressional maps through 2030 to fight back against Trump's schemes to rig and steal control of Congress next year. Voting is underway now. Spread the word. #yesonProp50, #stopthepowergrab

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Hooking up with filmmaker Lauren Himmelvo, director of Fault Line, at the Carmel Int'l Film Fest! Est in 1929 (3 years before the Venice Int'l Film Fest), CIFF is the first int'l film fest. And it was founded by a woman: Mildred Taylor! #carmelinternationalfilmfest #laurenhimmelvo #carmel

With filmmaker and director of Fault Line, Lauren Himmelvo.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Double boosted: COVID and flu shots...done. Vaccines save lives — period. #VaccinesWork #ScienceOverStupidity #GetBoosted #FluShot

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

AFM is one of the premiere film acquisition, development, and networking events in the world. I'll be there in November to pitch DANCING IN THEIR LIGHT to potential partners and investors. Wish me luck! #dancingintheirlight #afm2025

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

A shout-out to my AAA travel agent, Tara Brewer, based in Salt Lake City. What sets Tara apart is how far she goes beyond the basics. She calls me before I take off to make sure I am all set, checks in to see how I am when I land. Concierge service at its finest! #AAA #DancingInTheirLight

My AAA travel agent, Tara Brewer, holding up one of her favorite books!

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Top Ten Takeaways from My Cannes Experience Attending the 2025 Cannes International Film Festival was a deeply inspiring and unforgettable experience. I’ve shared my reflections on my blog—read the full post here! www.debbiechinn.com/.../top-ten-....

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

Proud to be collaborating with the visionary Sean Daniels, who’s leading a powerful new creative hub in NYC for artists in recovery. I'm honored to support this work as we build space for bold, authentic storytelling in theatre, TV, animation, and film. #ArtistsInRecovery #RecoveryArtsProject

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Recovery Arts Project And Bigvision Partner To Combat Addiction Through The Arts

The Recovery Arts Project and Bigvision have announced at partnership aimed at addressing the addiction epidemic through the power of the arts. T

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Memories of Cannes and when we got our official badges on Day One of the Cannes International Film Fest (May 13, 2025) #cannesinternationalfilmfestival #marchedufilm

with Holly Ward after we just received our accredited badges at the Cannes Int'l Film Festival, May 13, 2025!

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

With the extraordinary creative team of “The Road To Sydney”, the true story of Jay Loyola’s transition to becoming Sydney. Congrats on being featured at the Cannes International Film Festival and for inviting us to be at the premiere! #theroadtosydney #cannes2025

With the Creative Team for the film, “The Road to Sydney” at the Cannes International Film Festival

The real Sydney next to her movie poster, “The Road the Sydney” at the Cannes International Film Festival.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

At the red carpet entrance of the Cannes International Film Festival!

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

After WaPo refused to run her political cartoon, Ann Telnaes resigned. Now that she's won the PULITZER PRIZE Winner for Fearlessness, double shame on you, WaPo. #shameonwapo #anntelnaes #letcartoonistspeak #karma

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

Don't mess with the penguins.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

Been away from this site for a bit. Checking in: Is he dead yet?

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Google “the Gulf of Mexico.” When it delivers the result “Gulf of America,” click on the three little dots next to it and select “send feedback” and then “general feedback.” You’ll be able to select “inaccurate information,” and in the notes field you can express whatever you feel about this.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

Has anyone seen or heard from Bill Clinton, George Bush, Kamala Harris, Barack Obama, Al Gore, Joe Biden, and other elected officials re: how they might unify to exert their collective influence on the Senate and House and SCOTUS to stop the Orange Mad Man and his Musk Rat sidekick?

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Musk, an unelected billionaire, has taken control of the Dept of the Treas. payment systems w/personal Soc Security and M'care info. Here are the Ways & Means Comm members. See who reps your district. Call, voice your outrage, and demand action. democrats-waysandmeans.house.gov/about/commit...

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

There. This should settle it.

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Going to Cannes, France in May (for the Cannes Film Festival). Any suggestions as to what else to do and see in the area? Thank you!

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

So, he is 78 years old now. If he makes it through his first term, he will be 82. How many doubt he'll live that long?

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Debbie Chinn @debbiechinn.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

As the Orange Felon begins his march to destroy democracy, focus on what is happening at the state levels which safeguards elections, voting rights, protection of abortion access, and more.. Get behind the work of #sisterdistrict to create a fire line between us and the Felon and his MAGAgots.

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