About me

Hello! My name is Brandon - I’m a second-gen Cambodian American who was born and raised in Long Beach, California. I got immersed in film through my years in Asian American Studies where I discovered how this art can empower and organize my community.

Growing up, I rarely saw Cambodian and Southeast Asian folks being represented on the big screen and other mainstream media. When our stories were told, it was mainly through the lens of those who never lived through our experiences. Discovering the power of film allowed me to document the shared experiences of my community and let folks know that our stories do deserve to be shown truthfully, respectfully, and in a new way. Through my work, I hope that we can continue to build community and advocate for one another.

If you want to collab or just say hi, please hit me up at bsoun@ucla.edu!