Get Into Houa's Mind

Minneapolis, MN--On Monday June 22nd, at 9PM, if you're at home doing the same thing as you normally do, I invite you to try a little horror comedy. Yes, you heard me...horror comedy. From Tshaj Lij Production comes their first feature length film titled, "The Crush: Tus Kuv Hlub," debating at Riverview Theaters in Minneapolis next Monday at 9PM. The film presents itself in a whole new way of genre that may make you think twice before you want to laugh or cover your eyes. Sai (played by Hai Thao, who was prince charming in 2011), had a goal of writing a screenplay in mind. His friend Nkauj (played by Ivy Yang) has had a childhood crush on him at the beginning of their friendship. As the phrase goes, promises shouldn't not be made if it can't be kept. But...between Sai and Nkauj, a promise was struck and a compromise was made. Now into adulthood, Sai's screenplay has a shot at being produced and filmed. On the last day of the production, however, Nkauj falls ...

So...since October, our cast and crew from Houa Production has been working extremely hard. We had the long winter where we shot inside scenes. Now that we're facing the summer season, we're filming outdoors. We've faced the long hours of being in the sun, the constant weather bipolar (rain or not), and the laughter of bloopers. I have to say, I have learned so much since starting this project and I aim to learn more by the time production wraps. I want to give a shout out to my team of Tuag Los Tseg, who has been an amazing bunch. You guys are awesome and if I forget to tell you, know that you mean more than everything to me. Our time together has brought me into a place where I have learned so much about myself and discovering the talent among you guys is more beautiful than words can say. ~Houa