Independent filmmaker Allen Brown premiered his latest project, Fang Jackson, before a live audience at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts on an evening that combined formal presentation with community-centered celebration.
The event opened with a red-carpet reception attended by cast members, directors, independent filmmakers, and supporters of Brown’s work. Guests gathered inside the performing arts venue for media interviews and networking ahead of the scheduled screening.
During introductory remarks, Brown thanked attendees for their support and discussed the development of the project, outlining the inspiration behind the story and its historical foundation. He also introduced LLOID (Let’s Live On Intelligent Designs), a forthcoming streaming platform aimed at providing distribution opportunities for independent filmmakers and emerging storytellers.
Members of the cast were introduced individually before the program transitioned into live performances from featured talent. Cast member Le Gianna, who portrays the character Janice, delivered a musical performance alongside backup vocalists and dancers. Zen Luong, who plays the film’s lead character Fang, later joined the program with a live breakdancing demonstration accompanied by members of his dance academy.
Concessions, including popcorn and churros provided by Cindy’s Jumpers, were made available to guests throughout the evening prior to the screening.
The program’s central feature was the premiere of the first episode of Fang Jackson, a period thriller set in 1945 and based on true events. The story follows a child navigating competing influences while confronting themes of legacy, identity, systemic injustice, and familial loyalty.
The film stars Le Gianna Tran (Janice), Zen Luong (Fang), and Ronaldo Medina (Mibby), with hosting duties led by Tricia Fukuhara. Its narrative addresses issues including corruption within the judicial system, racial discrimination, and generational trauma through a character-driven historical lens.
Following the screening, the audience responded with sustained applause as Brown returned to the stage to deliver closing remarks. In his final address, he reiterated his commitment to fostering collaborative creative environments for independent artists working outside traditional studio systems.
The premiere marks the first public screening of Fang Jackson, which is expected to continue its rollout through independent distribution channels in the coming months.
