Oakland-TASHKENT
Koryo Saram
story in the making
Chicard Film is a personal showcase of creative works from Yulia Khvan, an independent filmmaker of koryo saram origin, based in the Bay Area.
- Past film projects
- Behind-the-scenes insights
- New ideas and collaborators
- 1st AD portfolio
Bay Area Narrative Film Productions
2024 - Present
2024 - Present
Titles include: "Almost Assassin" (2026), "Music, With Feeling" (2026), "Welcome to Hollywood" (2026), "Masala Omelette" (2026), "Beholder" (2026), "Training Wheels" (2026), "Chameleon" (2026), "Not Me" (2026), "Accident?" (2026), "California Suits You" (2025)
Trieste International Shorts MareMetraggio Official Selection
2023 (Italy)
2023 (Italy)
In-depth analysis of "A.kim" film from leading arts publications (Italy, Kazakhstan)
In-depth analysis of "A.kim" film from leading arts publications (Italy, Kazakhstan)
Chicard Film Collateral
2020 - Present
2020 - Present
BTS from a recent film set:Link
Deep Thought of the Day
Concepts - Musings
Concepts - Musings
Concepts & musings, upcoming film releases and events. Latest observations.
Local Organizing
2023 - Present
2023 - Present
Deeds that that directly impact other independent filmmakers and the broader community.
Awards / Highlights
1st Assistant Director
Festivals
Reviews / Critique
Media
Community Engagement
Personal Reflections
Cinemalove 2023 Winner 'Best Central Asian Documentary Short'
2023 (Uzbekistan)
2023 (Uzbekistan)
Jean Rouche International Cinema Festival
2023 (France)
2023 (France)