Asian World Film Festival Sets Honorees Including ‘Josephine’ Star Mason Reeves, Packed Lineup of Oscar Contenders

Nov 13, 2026 8:30am PT Asian World Film Festival Sets Honorees Including ‘Josephine’ Star Mason Reeves, Packed Lineup of Oscar Contenders

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The Asian World Film Festival has announced its honorees, recognizing their accomplishments in bringing Asian stories to audiences worldwide.

The fest is honoring Mason Reeves, the young star of “Josephine,” with the Snow Leopard Rising Star Award. Irene Tsu will be honored with the Snow Leopard Outstanding Cinematic Achievement Award. The Shanghai-born actress who, after her family immigrated to America, forged a career in TV series, on the New York stage and in more than 30 film, including “Flower Drum Song.”

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