Film Series: First Person Plural
Film Series: First Person Plural
In 1966, Deann Borshay Liem was adopted by an American family and sent from Korea to her new home in California. There the memory of her birth family was nearly obliterated, until recurring dreams led her to investigate her own past, and she discovered that her Korean mother was very much alive. Bravely uniting her biological and adoptive families, Borshay Liem embarks on a heartfelt journey in this acclaimed film that first premiered on PBS in 2000. First Person Plural is a poignant essay on family, loss and the reconciling of two identities. (Synopsis from official page on PBS, where you can also view the trailer.)
The film will be followed by a discussion led by Professor Jeannette Soon-Ludes of Women's Studies and Asian American Studies. The screening is free and open to the University community and the public. Pizza and soda will be provided. See you then!