Center for Asian American Media

Letter Back Home

Letter Back Home

Documentary | 1994 | 14 mins | VHS

Directors

Nith Lacroix, Sang Thepkaysone

Producer

Nith Lacroix

Ethnicities

Cambodian, Laotian

Subjects

New Immigrants and Refugees (Past & Present), Youth

This film is an honest and compelling look at life in San Francisco’s Tenderloin district for Laotian and Cambodian youth. Tough and with attitude, they long for home while also carving out a life in their rough neighborhood. Through this bitter-sweet “letter back home,” you can feel the history, resilience and strength of these youth.

Awards
Second Prize, Chicago Asian American Film & Video Contest
Best New Vision Documentary Award, Berkeley Video Festival

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College/Institution

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VHS: $75
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VHS: $30

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VHS: $50
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VHS: $25

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