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Becoming American

Becoming American

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Becoming American
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 1984-02-27
  • Runtime: 45 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies:
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.624
  • Languages:

Cast & Crew

Trailers & Clips

Becoming American - New Day Films - Anthropology - Asian Studies

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Keywords

refugeeimmigrationseattle, washingtonlaoshmongimmigrant experience1980s

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Becoming American?

Becoming American is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1984-02-27.

Who are the main actors in Becoming American?

The main cast includes .

Where can I watch Becoming American online?

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Is Becoming American based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Becoming American?

Becoming American has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Becoming American?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Becoming American?

The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Becoming American filmed?

Becoming American was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Becoming American?

The total runtime of Becoming American is 45 minutes.

Is Becoming American suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Becoming American?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Becoming American.

Does Becoming American have a post-credit scene?

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