Blue Collar and Buddha
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| Producer(s) | Taggart Siegel & Kati Johnson |
| Director(s) | Taggart Siegel |
| Release Date | 1988 |
| Runtime | 57 min min |
| Youth Media | n |
Film Description
A Laotian community in Rockford, Illinois survives terrorist bombings and drive-by shootings at its local Buddhist temple. This is a provocative look at an immigrant population's confrontation with anti-Asian violence. Provides insight into racial scapegoating during difficult economic times.
AWARDS:
Best Documentary, Atlanta Film & Video Festival
Gold Medal, International Film & Video Festival (New York)
Award of Excellence, Society for Visual Anthropology
Silver Plaque, Chicago International Film & Video Festival
| Official Site | http://www.naatanet.org/shopnaata/videos/title/B/bluecollar.html |
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