Chowmein Holiday Cortometraggio di Lanhua Ma

Il progetto Chowmein Holiday Cortometraggio di Lanhua Ma è un vincitore molto stimato del prestigioso 2026 A' Design Award d'Argento nella categoria Design di Film, Video e Animazione.

ArgentoCinema· 2026

Chowmein Holiday Cortometraggio

di Lanhua Ma

Cliente: Iris Lanhua Ma

Vincitore del premio A' Design Award d'Argento nella categoria Cinema

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Il Design

Informazioni su Chowmein Holiday Cortometraggio

Chowmein Holiday è un cortometraggio di commedia nera che racconta di due nonne asiatico-americane, Li Ling e May, impegnate in un viaggio on the road attraverso la California. Durante il tragitto le due protagoniste danno inizio a una serie di crimini. Una delle nonne trova un nuovo scopo nella vita, mentre l'altra nasconde un segreto alla sua complice. Il film è stato realizzato per mettere in discussione i più comuni stereotipi cinematografici legati alle donne anziane. Le nonne asiatico-americane non vengono rappresentate come figure silenziose o remissive, bensì come persone ribelli in cerca di libertà, emozioni forti e di un nuovo significato nella terza età. La durata è di ventuno minuti.

Il Riconoscimento

Informazioni sul A' Design Award d'Argento

Chowmein Holiday Cortometraggio ha vinto l'A' Design Award d'Argento, un riconoscimento enormemente prestigioso conferito a design di fascia alta, splendidi e impressionanti. I vincitori d'Argento sono opere tremendamente brillanti ed estremamente creative che illustrano l'eccezionale competenza, il talento e l'acume dei loro designer. Ci si aspetta che Chowmein Holiday Cortometraggio sia un'opera meravigliosa, una vetrina di eccellenza, notevolmente professionale e profondamente innovativa. Questo design vincitore dell'A' Design Award d'Argento è un'invenzione molto notevole e ammirata che giova ai confini dell'arte, della scienza, del design e della tecnologia e li fa avanzare. Chowmein Holiday Cortometraggio è una creazione molto invidiata che evoca desideri, porta sentimenti positivi e accende meraviglia e stupore.

Dietro il Design

Press Kit

Crediti, membri del team e dettagli tecnici forniti dal designer.

Proprietà Uniche: Chowmein Holiday is a dark comedy following two Asian American grandmas, Li Ling and May, on a wild road trip. They embark on an exhilarating crime spree across California. During this journey, one discovers a new purpose in life, while the other harbors a hidden secret from her partner in crime.
Dimensioni e Confezionamento: Medium: Digital Video 4K. Genre: Dark Comedy Short Film. Total Running Time: 21 minutes. Visuals: Full Color. Aspect Ratio: 2.85:1. Audio: Stereo and Surround Sound Mix. Release Year: 2025. Country of Origin: United States. Language: English.
Tag: Dark Comedy, Short Film, Asian American Cinema, Elderly Protagonists, Grandmas, Road Trip Movie, Crime Spree, California Landscapes, Female Empowerment, Rebellion, Aging and Identity, Iris Lanhua Ma, Independent Filmmaking, Cinematic Storytelling
Tecnologia di Produzione: The project was realized entirely through high definition digital cinema technology. The production utilized advanced digital cinema cameras and professional grade lenses to capture the vibrant, sun drenched aesthetics of the California landscape. The realization process involved sophisticated on location sound recording, dynamic lighting setups to enhance the dark comedic tone, and comprehensive post production workflows. This included precise color grading to reflect the shifting moods of the journey, digital sound mixing, and seamless editing techniques to maintain the energetic pacing of a crime spree narrative.
Sfida Progettuale: The primary creative challenge lay in mastering the delicate tonal balance between absurd dark comedy and genuine emotional depth. It was crucial to ensure that the criminal actions of the two grandmas felt believable and rooted in their desperate search for purpose, rather than coming across as mere caricature. Furthermore, executing a dynamic road trip narrative within the constraints of an independent short film format required rigorous logistical planning. The team had to overcome the challenges of shooting across multiple California locations while maintaining visual consistency and keeping the emotional core of the two protagonists at the forefront of every single scene.
Ricerca: The foundational research for this project deeply examined the intersection of aging, cultural identity, and the psychology of female rebellion. The creator conducted qualitative observations regarding the lived experiences and unspoken frustrations of elderly Asian American women, exploring how societal invisibility can act as a catalyst for radical behavior. Additionally, the research encompassed a structural analysis of successful dark comedies and buddy road movies, studying how to effectively blend absurd criminal situations with authentic, grounded emotional arcs to create a culturally resonant and highly entertaining narrative.
Ispirazione: The film is inspired by the desire to subvert traditional cinematic stereotypes of elderly women. It reimagines Asian American grandmas not as quiet or docile figures, but as complex, rebellious individuals seeking liberation, thrill, and new meaning in their later years through an unconventional adventure.
Durata del Progetto: Principal photography and production took place across various scenic and urban locations throughout Southern California, United States, using the diverse landscapes to visually represent the characters' physical and emotional journey. The final digital film is slated for its official premiere and festival circuit run in the year 2025, screened at LA Shorts.
Flusso Operativo: The audience is immediately thrust into a fast paced, visually engaging twenty one minute cinematic experience. The narrative flow is meticulously structured to balance moments of high stakes criminal activity with quiet, character driven interactions. Viewers interact with the film emotionally, experiencing a rollercoaster of dark humor, shock, and profound empathy. The pacing accelerates as the road trip progresses, mirroring the escalating tension of the hidden secret, ultimately guiding the audience toward a thought provoking and emotionally resonant climax.
Membri del Team: Lanhua Ma
Crediti Immagini: Images courtesy of Iris Lanhua Ma