2025 · Documentary
Honoring Our Ancestors by Sharing History
An independent film by Andrew J. O’Keefe II
Independently produced

About the work
An independently produced short documentary connecting Chinese American history with the present-day practice of Qingming at Evergreen Cemetery. A community gathering becomes a way to share stories, honor earlier generations and keep their place in Santa Cruz history visible.
- Andrew’s role
- Producer, director, cinematographer and editor
- What the work does
- Connects Chinese American history and remembrance through a community gathering.
- Credits & image context
- Producer, director, cinematographer and editor
Screenings include the Santa Cruz Film Festival, the 2026 Watsonville Film Festival and the MAH 5 Minute Film Fest on January 15, 2026.
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