Broken Mosaic

Directed by Alexandra "Lexie" Orr

In this punk music video, two mixed Asian-American siblings are always the topic of gossip, but they decide who they are.

I am a filmmaker exploring identity and cultural upbringing through my work. As a mixed-heritage, queer individual, I’ve often felt caught between worlds, struggling with questions of belonging. Growing up in environments not entirely open to my background and sexuality, I’ve experienced rejection for both aspects of myself. For years, I grappled with others’ expectations, questioning my own beliefs and sense of self.

Through art and storytelling, I’ve begun to discover my true self and find my voice. Creating visual and auditory representations of who I am has been revolutionary, allowing me to assert my identity without external judgment. It’s a way to connect with my Filipino, Japanese, and American heritage on my own terms.

As an immigrant’s daughter, I’ve felt pressured to conform, but my creative work allows me to connect authentically with myself. My films are acts of self-discovery that will hopefully inspire others on similar paths. I aim to contribute to dialogues about identity, belonging, and authentic representation in media, challenging existing labels and creating new definitions for those like me. Through my work, I seek to empower others to embrace their complex identities and find their own voices.

Broken Mosaic

Plays in

Shorts Program IV: Defying Gravity

Dates & Times

Theater 13, AMC Theater Plaza Bonita, Westfield