Bittersweet Survival: Southeast Asian Refugees in America

Overview

This documentary examines the re-settlement of South-East Asian refugees in the United States in the aftermath of the Vietnam War. The film begins with a montage of riveting footage depicting the devastating effects of the war. It then unveils the mixed reception given Vietnamese refugees in the United States, from battles with local fishermen in Monterey, California, to conflicts in Philadelphia where their arrival in the city's poorest neighborhoods kindled resentment in the Black community. The film also explores their struggle to cope with life in the U.S. and maintain their identity.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

May 5, 1982

Original language

English

Production

Third World Newsreel

Director

J.T. Takagi,Christine Choy

Producer

Christine Choy

Cinematography

Juliana Wang

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

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