JJ Joo

Korean American Witches Society (2023)
Film (short) Dr. Park When her father is diagnosed with cancer, awkward Janie and her goth friend Minhee, the only Koreans in their rural Appalachian middle school, create a secret witchcraft society to try to save Janie's dad and make their own rules for surviving the seventh grade. Written by Jennifer Kim, the script was a Finalist for the ViacomCBS fellowship (paired with a Pen15 spec), Stowe labs Finalist, and FD Big Break Semifinalist (early draft). It won the ISA comedy selection for its fellowship but did not win the fellowship. 

Boyle Heights Anthology (2023)
Theater Hiro Sato A new devised narrative show which explores the rich culture and lived experiences of the Boyle Heights community through improvised characters from beyond the grave. A completely made-up experience, audience members will meet the residents of Evergreen Cemetery at the beginning of each show.

Bao (1996 - 2005)
Film by Footprints Productions Director A father who took the odds. A son who took the chance. A true story about a young boxer trying to live outside his father’s shadow.