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The documentary focuses on the Korean-American experience in Los Angeles, particularly in the context of the 1992 LA riots. It features Roy Choi, a second-generation Korean-American and food truck owner, who reflects on the challenges faced by Koreans in America after the Immigration Act of 1965. The film discusses how many Koreans, despite being educated, found themselves in low-paying jobs as merchants and store owners due to barriers in professional fields.
Why Watch
- •Meet Roy Choi, a pioneer of the food truck movement.
- •Find out how the 1992 riots impacted Korean communities.
- •See the evolution of Korean-American identity in LA.
Did You Know
•Roy Choi was 22 years old during the 1992 LA riots.
•Thousands of Koreans began arriving in LA after the Immigration Act of 1965.
•Many Koreans worked as store owners in underserved areas where major chains avoided.
Perfect For
Food truck enthusiastsHistory buffsCultural studies students