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10 minPGdoc-short

Synopsis

Nearly 50 years after moving from Hong Kong, Gabriel reflects on his life in Milton Keynes as his son Michael returns to the city.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Gabriel, a Hong Kong dentist in Milton Keynes.
  • Find out why Michael left Milton Keynes.
  • See the contrast between father and son perspectives.

Did You Know

  • Gabriel has lived in Milton Keynes for nearly 50 years.
  • Michael is Gabriel's mixed race son and is now a filmmaker.
  • The film has a duration of 10 minutes.

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Immigration storiesFamily dynamicsCultural identity
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Gabriel in the documentary?

Gabriel is a dentist originally from Hong Kong who has lived in Milton Keynes for nearly 50 years.

What is Michael's profession?

Michael is a film-maker who returns to Milton Keynes to understand his father's feelings about the city.

What themes are explored in the documentary?

The documentary addresses themes of immigration, assimilation, and life in a new town.

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