In a New Orleans neighborhood called Versailles, a tight-knit group of Vietnamese Americans overcame obstacles to rebuild after Hurricane Katrina, only to have their homes threatened by a new government-imposed toxic landfill. A VILLAGE CALLED VERSAILLES is the empowering story of how the Versailles people, who have already suffered so much in their lifetime, turn a devastating disaster into a catalyst for change and a chance for a better future.
REVIEWS
"Tells a poignant and touching story of a community's rejuvenation in the face of devastation and government corruption." - Elliot Mandel, Booklist
"An absolutely remarkable documentary on the Vietnamese American community that will elicit thoughtful and provocative discussions. It presents with great sensitivity that tragedies of displacement, yet focuses on the remarkable power of dignified resistance and coalition-building across generational, gender, class, linguistic, and racial boundaries." - Linda Trinh Vo, Chair, Department of Asian American Studies, University of California, Irvine
"Offers a potent commentary on our nation's identity, and challenges historically misguided views of what it means to be American" - Kim Leung, Campus Progress
AWARDS
National Emmy(r)-Award nomination
Henry Hampton Award Council on Foundations
Audience Award New Orleans Film Festival
Audience Award SF International Asian Am Film Festival
Audience Award & Call to Action Award LA Asian Pacific Film Festival
Best Documentary Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
Best Documentary Crossroads Film Festival
Third Eye Award DisOrient Film Festival
Notable Video for Adults American Library Association
