Kulap Vilaysack travels to three locations-Los Angeles, Minnesota, and Laos-to investigate her biological father's identity after learning he is not her real dad.
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Kulap Vilaysack travels to three locations-Los Angeles, Minnesota, and Laos-to investigate her biological father's identity after learning he is not her real dad.
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Synopsis
Kulap Vilaysack confronts her past while searching for her biological father, whom her mother revealed was not her real dad. The documentary takes her through Los Angeles, Minnesota, and Laos. Along the way, she interacts with family and friends, including Sarah Silverman and husband Scott Aukerman. "Origin Story" addresses themes of identity and personal history, reflecting on immigration and family connections.
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- Meet Kulap Vilaysack's family and friends.
- Find out about her father's identity.
- See how humor intertwines with personal stories.
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- Kulap Vilaysack directed the film herself.
- The film features appearances from Sarah Silverman and Casey Wilson.
- The documentary was filmed in three locations: Los Angeles, Minnesota, and Laos.
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Who directed the documentary 'Origin Story'?
Kulap Vilaysack directed the documentary 'Origin Story'.
What is the runtime of 'Origin Story'?
'Origin Story' has a runtime of 106 minutes.
Which locations are featured in 'Origin Story'?
'Origin Story' features locations including Los Angeles, Minnesota, and Laos.
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