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202410 minGdoc-short

Refugee Crisis Colonialism

Boat People

202410 minGdoc-short

In Vietnam, Thao's mother saved ants from sugar water, a metaphor that reflects her family's escape from historical turmoil in this animated documentary.

Refugee Crisis Colonialism

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Channel: NFB

Boat People

2024• 10 minG

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In Vietnam, Thao's mother saved ants from sugar water, a metaphor that reflects her family's escape from historical turmoil in this animated documentary.

Synopsis

In Vietnam, Thao's mother rescued ants from bowls of sugar water, a small act of kindness that resonates throughout their family's history. "Boat People," directed by Thao Lam and Kjell Boersma, is an animated documentary that employs this metaphor to illustrate the family's harrowing escape from Vietnam during the tumultuous period following the Vietnam War. The film captures the challenges faced by refugees and the enduring spirit of survival, highlighting the interconnectedness of life and the impact of historical events on personal narratives.

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