Good Luck Soup
Matthew Hashiguchi reflects on his Japanese-American identity in Cleveland, Ohio, exploring his family's history and cultural assimilation post-World War II.
Synopsis
Matthew Hashiguchi reflects on his Japanese-American identity in Cleveland, Ohio, exploring his family's history and cultural assimilation post-World War II.
Synopsis
Matthew Hashiguchi recalls his childhood in Cleveland, Ohio, where he often felt out of place as a Japanese-American in a predominantly white Irish-Catholic neighborhood. His experiences prompted him to document his family's history, focusing on their lives before, during, and after World War II. Good Luck Soup follows several generations as they assimilate into American culture while striving to maintain their Japanese heritage. The film reflects on identity and belonging through personal narratives and family stories.
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