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200822 minPGdocumentary

Cedar and Bamboo

200822 minPGdocumentary

Four descendants of mixed heritage share their life experiences, revealing the challenges faced by early Chinese immigrants and Aboriginal peoples in British Columbia.

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Four descendants of mixed heritage share their life experiences, revealing the challenges faced by early Chinese immigrants and Aboriginal peoples in British Columbia.

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Diana Leungdirector

Kamala Todd

Kamala Todddirector

Diana Leungwriter

Kamala Todd

Kamala Toddwriter

Howard Grantcast

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Early Chinese immigrants and Aboriginal peoples formed unique relationships on Canada’s west coast. "Cedar and Bamboo" presents the stories of four descendants of mixed heritage in British Columbia. Their narratives reveal the challenges faced by both groups. The 22-minute film, released in 2008, captures personal experiences that reflect the historical context of these communities.

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