Becoming American(1982)
Becoming American Synopsis
Hang Sou and his family, preliterate tribal farmers, await resettlement in a refugee camp in Thailand after fleeing their war-consumed native Laos. "Becoming American" records their odyssey as they travel to and resettle in the United States. As they face nine months of intense culture shock, prejudice, and gradual adaptation to their new home in Seattle, the family provides a rare insight into refugee resettlement and cultural diversity issues.
Becoming American (1982) is a documentary film directed by Ken Levine, released on May 24, 1982 with a runtime of 45m. It stars Ted D'Arms.
- Director:
- Ken Levine
- Writers:
- Ivory Waterworth Levine
- Producers:
- Ivory Waterworth Levine, Ken Levine
- Cinematographer:
- Ken Levine
- Production:
- Iris Films
- Status:
- Released
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Becoming American Cast & Crew
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Key crew
Directed by Ken Levine, written by Ivory Waterworth Levine, produced by Ivory Waterworth Levine and Ken Levine.
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The main cast of Becoming American (1982) includes Ted D'Arms. The film was directed by Ken Levine. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Becoming American released?
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Becoming American was released on May 24, 1982 and runs for 45m.
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