2021 Short Film Showcase
Ntuj Tsim Txom
Hmong Music Video
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ARTIST STATEMENT
My music video was written by me, melody given by ZooHlub Yaaj. This song was written 2 years ago and I was inspired by all the Chinese dramas I watched. Although the clothing and music is not all representing the hmong culture, there are a lot of Hmong Chinese citizens out there. Some hmong Chinese fans have reached out with compliments and critiques which I love. There’s always room for growing. My goal was to film a music video that was different, and created a storyline that would be a joy for everyone to watch. I hope I was able accomplish this goal.
My music video was written by me, melody given by ZooHlub Yaaj. This song was written 2 years ago and I was inspired by all the Chinese dramas I watched. Although the clothing and music is not all representing the hmong culture, there are a lot of Hmong Chinese citizens out there. Some hmong Chinese fans have reached out with compliments and critiques which I love. There’s always room for growing. My goal was to film a music video that was different, and created a storyline that would be a joy for everyone to watch. I hope I was able accomplish this goal.
Credits:
Actress/Singer/Song writer: Nplooj Siab Vaj
Actor: Peter Phakonekham
Actor/ninja assassin: Lij Thu Lis
Camera/Editor/Director: Linda Vang Photography
Assistants: Houa Xiong, Kevin Xiong, Anastasia Vang, Amanda Vang
Melody: Zoo Hlub Yaaj
Harmonies: Kao Yang
Music/Mix and Mastering: Keeneng Vang
Chinese Instruments/Music: Shoua Xiong
Actress/Singer/Song writer: Nplooj Siab Vaj
Actor: Peter Phakonekham
Actor/ninja assassin: Lij Thu Lis
Camera/Editor/Director: Linda Vang Photography
Assistants: Houa Xiong, Kevin Xiong, Anastasia Vang, Amanda Vang
Melody: Zoo Hlub Yaaj
Harmonies: Kao Yang
Music/Mix and Mastering: Keeneng Vang
Chinese Instruments/Music: Shoua Xiong
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Soudchay Peter Phakonekham
Peter is a 26 year old who comes from a mixed Laotian and Hmong background. He is currently the manager at Okinawa Sushi in Northglenn, and is the owner of the new restaurant Taku Sushi coming soon in Commerce City. Peter was born in Westminster, Colorado and grew up in Gentry Arkansas. He moved back to Colorado after graduating. Peter has been acting since 2014 and was Mr. Hmong Midwest in 2017. In his free time he loves to play guitar, ukulele, sing and dance. |
Adamina Vang (Nplooj Siab Vaj)
My American name is Adamina Vang, and my hmong name is Nplooj Siab Vaj. I’ve been acting and singing for 5 years from 2016-2021. I’ve acted in multiple movies, short films, and music videos. Most of my work is filmed overseas, and I traveled every summer to Thailand to film. Due to the pandemic my work with filming has slowed down, but it gives me more time to work with music and singing. Aside from acting and singing, I’ve also received the title of Miss Hmong Arkansas 2016-2017. My biggest project of my term was traveling to the mounting in Thailand to build a house for a man in need. As of right now I am a full time college student majoring in Biology. I love learning about cultures, and living the life as a Hmong American gives me a great opportunity to explore both worlds. I hope for one day the hmong culture will become more well-known to others.
My American name is Adamina Vang, and my hmong name is Nplooj Siab Vaj. I’ve been acting and singing for 5 years from 2016-2021. I’ve acted in multiple movies, short films, and music videos. Most of my work is filmed overseas, and I traveled every summer to Thailand to film. Due to the pandemic my work with filming has slowed down, but it gives me more time to work with music and singing. Aside from acting and singing, I’ve also received the title of Miss Hmong Arkansas 2016-2017. My biggest project of my term was traveling to the mounting in Thailand to build a house for a man in need. As of right now I am a full time college student majoring in Biology. I love learning about cultures, and living the life as a Hmong American gives me a great opportunity to explore both worlds. I hope for one day the hmong culture will become more well-known to others.