"The acting is pitch perfect and Chan and Chen turn in wonderful performances."
–Philip Smolen Rogue Cinema
"Paced beautifully and told with intelligence and wisdom."
–Richard Propes The Independent Critic
"Subtle and poetic."
–Theo Alexander Unsung Films
"Chan's careful compositions carry a wonderful emotional impact... a beautiful cinematic tone poem."
–Philip Smolen Rogue Cinema
"Emotionally resonant."
–Richard Propes The Independent Critic
"A sweet and revealing insight."
–Philip Smolen Rogue Cinema
About The Film
Descendants of the Past, Ancestors of the Future is a dramatic short film about an expectant father who must deal with his family's past in order to face the future. This compelling and heartfelt film explores the sacrifices immigrant families make and the powerful bond that ties all generations of a family together—living, deceased, and yet to come.
Our team's distinctions and honors include a Golden Globe® nomination, two Emmy® nominations, and a Drama Desk nomination, and we have worked on such projects as The Dark Knight, Three Days of the Condor, Gotham, Ghosts of Girlfriends Past, 30 Rock, Cold Case, House MD, Law & Order SVU, Bee Movie, The Simpsons Movie, Body of Proof, Underdog, and Brotherhood. [MORE]