A mother and son escape the Soviet Union for Seattle, where they confront new challenges under the strict beliefs of a Christian fundamentalist father.
“From Soviet Nightmares to American Dreams...”
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A mother and son escape the Soviet Union for Seattle, where they confront new challenges under the strict beliefs of a Christian fundamentalist father.
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Wes Hurley recalls his childhood in the Soviet Union, where he faced societal oppression as a gay boy. After fleeing to Seattle with his mother, a mail order bride, they encounter new challenges under the strict beliefs of Wes's American father, a Christian fundamentalist. "Little Potato" contrasts Hurley's experiences in Russia with his life in the United States. Personal anecdotes reveal the struggles of reconciling sexuality and family dynamics in two contrasting cultures.
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Why Watch
- Meet Wes Hurley, a gay man from the Soviet Union.
- See the contrast between Soviet oppression and American beliefs.
- Find out about Wes's relationship with his Christian father.
Did You Know
- Wes Hurley grew up in the Soviet Union before moving to Seattle.
- The film features a runtime of 14 minutes.
- Wes's mother was a mail order bride who escaped with him.
- The documentary includes both English and Russian languages.
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Who directed the documentary Little Potato?
Little Potato was directed by Wes Hurley.
What year was Little Potato released?
Little Potato was released in 2017.
What are the main languages spoken in Little Potato?
The main languages spoken in Little Potato are English and Russian.
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