The 2009 San Diego Asian Film Festival (October 15-29, 2009) and the 2009 Hawaii International Film Festival (October 15-25, 2009) are in full swing right now, but get ready for the 2009 Austin Asian American Film Festival. Here’s some highlights:

Opening Night Film – Speed of Life

Closing Night Film – Old Partner

Other films of note include Patsy Mink with A Song for Ourselves, All About Dad, Sita Sings the Blues, White on Rice, 9500 Liberty, Children of Invention, and A Village Called Versailles. For the full lineup, go here.

2009 Austin Asian American Film Festival trailer