“Heated Rivalry” is a game-changer in sports, culture and queerness in television
Sports, culture, and queerness: How “Heated Rivalry” showcases a different perspective of Asian representation on-screen.
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Korean American Day 2026: Celebrating Korean American stories of identity and belonging
Celebrating Korean American Day 2026 by honoring the history and community in America.
‘No Other Choice’ from director Park Chan-wook, starring Lee Byung-hun coming to theatres
TIFF favourite and winner of the TIFF50 International People’s Choice Award is set for its North American theatrical debut on December 25th.
Miya Cech joins Avatar: The Last Airbender as “Toph”
An interview with Miya Cech on her upcoming role as “Toph” in the live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender”, coming in early 2026.
Rental Family tackles real loneliness and desire for human connection in Japan
Takehiro Hira, Mari Yamamoto, and Akira Emoto talk about Rental Family, a film shining a light on loneliness, mental health, stigma, and creating meaning in life.
Celebrating National Adoption Awareness Month: Historic leadership summit builds community by and for adoptees, foster alumni, and allies
The Inclusion Initiative’s Leadership Summit creates space for adoptees, foster alumni and allies. Learn more about the Summit and its founder, Grace Yung Foster’s vision for the inaugural event.
Cold Tea Reads: Four books celebrating Diwali
Celebrating Diwali with four books featuring recommendations from South Asian creatives.
WATCHLIST: 12 films and shows that Celebrate Filipino American stories for Filipino American History Month
Honoring Filipino American History Month with 12 films and shows, featuring recommendations from Filipino American creatives.
Food docuseries “Locals Welcome” explores diverse food communities across Canada
CBC’s “Local Welcome” showcases Asian Canadian diaspora communities through food and culture.
Must-watch films at the 45th Annual Hawai‘i International Film Festival
Cold Tea Collective is proud to be a community media partner of the 45th Annual Hawai‘i International Film Festival, taking place this fall in Honolulu and across the Hawaiian Islands.
