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The Hollywood Chinese Collection is en route to the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences to be integrated into the Academy Collection. Once catalogued, a wealth of materials—including posters, lobby cards, stills, promotional items, and other archival ephemera—will be accessible to scholars, writers, and cinephiles for research. Future additions will include files from all DeepFocus Productions films and the Arthur Dong papers. Pictured: Rachel Rosenfeld, right, and Connie Xuncax from the Academy Collection ensured a seamless transfer.

“When year-end list season rolls around, it’s always fun to check out the lists to see if/where your favorites showed up. But an even more vital role of these lists is to draw your attention to things you may have missed but that are absolutely worth your time to seek out.” —Jason Green, theArtsSTL Editor-in-Chief. Read the full article here.

Writer James Kleinmann writes about the Arthur Dong Collection, and interviews Arthur Dong about the films in the 3-disc Blu-ray set and the 4 hours of bonus features. Read the article here.

The Queer Review’s James Kleinmann speaks to Arthur Dong to mark the release of the Arthur Dong Collection. During the conversation, Dong reflects on his career in film and more recently as an author; discusses what it was like to revisit his first independently made film from 1970, Public; shares what drew him to documentary filmmaking; gives an insight into his approach to assembling the four hours of bonus features included in the Blu-ray release; credits the work of Arthur J. Bressan Jr. and Stanley Kubrick as creative inspirations; and names the LGBTQ+ films that have impacted him. Watch here.

DVD Beaver names Arthur Dong’s Asian American Stories one of 2024’s Best Physical Media: “This illuminating anthology includes four films spanning over 30 years that showcase Dong’s historically acute focus on Asian Americans at the crossroads with Hollywood, pop culture, tradition, immigration, racism, and genocide…I found every film incredibly absorbing. Wow. Watch these!” Full review here.

Cinema Sentries: “I am so glad to own a copy of this wonderful and much-needed collection of films that helped open my eyes to filmmaking that should be taken seriously, with a wonderful and courageous documentarian leading the way. Once you get your copy, you may also feel the same way.” Full review here.

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Overly Honest Review: “The Arthur Dong Collection is a must-own for documentary enthusiasts and anyone interested in the deeper aspects of the human experience. By challenging viewers to confront complex issues through the lens of personal narratives, Dong not only entertains but also educates and inspires. This collection is a journey unlike any other for those looking to enrich their understanding of identity, justice, and representation. It proves that film can be both a mirror reflecting the human condition and a catalyst for broader societal change.” Full review here.

Geek Vibes Nation review: “The Arthur Dong Collection is a rewarding set of films that explores engrossing topics with great care and understanding. From the smaller, more personal snapshots to the decades-spanning plight of a major segment of the population, you have stories that enlighten on every scale. The material is often harrowing, but there is enough variety within this presentation to avoid this being a grueling experience. Kino Lorber has released a Blu-Ray featuring a pretty solid A/V presentation and a new disc of incredible special features. If you are a documentary fan, this one is essential viewing. Highly Recommended.” Full review here.

The Arthur Dong Collection has been selected for inclusion in Dayton 24/7 Now’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide. Pre-order the box-set here. Pre-orders are generally sent several days in advance of street date.