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Taking Root amplifies the stories of Southeast Asians who resettled in Philadelphia after the Wars in Southeast Asia. It highlights the intergenerational impact of structural violence and demonstrates the power of Southeast Asians in resisting and rebuilding in America.

Documentary

TAKING ROOT: Southeast Asian Stories of Resettlement in Philadelphia

Oanh-Nhi Nguyen

Lan Dinh

Debbie Wei

Eurica Yu

Jo Shen

Kris Mendoza

Jarel Ivory

Matthew Brand

Leslie Tran

Long Luu

Jenna Lam

Kim Dinh

Tien Pham

Jordan Brown

Caity Riggsbee

Dayana Capulong

Vinh Thuy

Lexi Morrison

Mike Kaiser

Quyen Le

Rorng Sorn

Catzie Vilayphonh

Naroen C

Romeo

Duong Ly

Nancy Nguyen

Vicky

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Tribeca Festival

Official Selection, Audience Choice Award Best Feature 2024

Viet Film Fest

Boston Asian American Film Festival

Seattle Asian American Film Festival

Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival

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TAKING ROOT: SoutheastAsian Stories of Resettlement in Philadelphia