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LIL TOKYO REPORTER is a 30-minute narrative short set in 1930's Los Angeles and was developed Summer 2009 and completed in Fall 2012. The project was supported by donations from the Asian American community, grants, and volunteered talent. The film was inspired by the True Story of Civil Rights Leader Sei Fujii, a man who protected the livelihood of the Japanese American people from 1903-1954. The film is also a production of Visual Communications and the Little Tokyo Historical Society. Log-Line: 1935 Los Angeles, community leader Sei Fujii uncovers the corrupt activities of his community's underground mafia. He must choose between saving the face of his deteriorating community and confronting the issues head on through his newspaper. Based on a true story. Best Short Film Sacramento International DisOrient Oregon Asian American Treasure Coast International LA International Underground Best Narrative Short California International Shorts Festival Best Cinematography Treasure Coast International Asians on Film Best Editing Treasure Coast International Best Actor LA International Underground -- Chris Tashima Best Supporting Actors Asians on Film -- Eijiro Ozaki Asians on Film -- Keiko Agena Additional Awards Pacific Citizen's Extraordinary Asian Americans in Entertainment Award Audience Awards Downtown Film Festival LA LA International Underground -- Best Film - Lil Tokyo Reporter LA International Underground - Best Actor - Chris Tashima Find out more at: http://ltreporter.com IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2396866/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liltokyoreporter