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Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker Christine Choy Passes at 73

12/13/2025

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Christine Choy (filmmaker) died on December 7 at age 73.
She was nominated for an Oscar for the documentary 'Who Killed Vincent Chin?', addressing anti-Asian violence.
Born in Shanghai, Choy co-founded Third World Newsreel and directed over 85 films.
Choy taught at NYU, mentoring notable filmmakers.
Her legacy includes the film 'The Exiles,' documenting her impact and advocacy for diversity in filmmaking.

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Christine Choy (filmmaker) died on December 7 at age 73.
She was nominated for an Oscar for the documentary 'Who Killed Vincent Chin?', addressing anti-Asian violence.
Born in Shanghai, Choy co-founded Third World Newsreel and directed over 85 films.
Choy taught at NYU, mentoring notable filmmakers.
Her legacy includes the film 'The Exiles,' documenting her impact and advocacy for diversity in filmmaking.