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new wave music was only the beginning...
Music is only the beginning. A journey into Vietnamese refugees during the war, raw film from the refugee standpoint vs. fighting. Discrimination they had to deal with, pressure from their parents, trying to fit into a new society culture. This only touches on complexities of this film. New Wave originally caught my attention growing up listening to the music. Within the first few minutes, did not take my eyes off the screen. New Wave completely immersed me in the story / personal experiences.
A major point I have to make here. The Vietnamese refugees / escape artists did not try to force their culture / way of life on Americans like some others have recently. They tried to find or create a balance / midpoint between honoring their heritage / ancestors and becoming part of the American way of life. Incredibly high respect for making this an important part of the film.
Must have a magnet for films that hit on much deeper, more personal level. You know, the ones that threaten to resurrect ghosts that should stay buried. Relationship between Elizabeth and her mother hit way to close. Don't ask, sticking with review. The parents in New Wave are like most, want their children not to struggle / give them a better life. Working all the time and making the most money possible. Missing the most important part: the kids want love / respect / for the parents to be proud. Sometimes words just don't cut it here. They try to find part of this in other areas (sound familiar?), mainly New Wave music scene. Creating a family and accepting environment for who they are. Again, hitting way too close a few times in my life.
The other side (realizing these could have seriously increased film time): New Wave presented a very limited view of Vietnamese New Wave Music. Focusing on Lynda Trand Di who basically became a celebrity covering American music. Brief explanation was provided when she tried original music. Would have liked to see more about this side, especially original artists. Like everything else, especially pop culture / the arts, there is a dark side to it. New Wave briefly touched on this, easily could have expanded. It was stated only the Vietnamese called the genre New Wave. Rest of the world called it Eurodisco. Americans also called the genre New Wave, grew up in the 80's. Honestly, this left me wanting a part 2 / another film.
New Wave is one of the few films you don't watch, you become part of it. You might see your family relationships differently. Or ask some family members about your history and heritage.
A major point I have to make here. The Vietnamese refugees / escape artists did not try to force their culture / way of life on Americans like some others have recently. They tried to find or create a balance / midpoint between honoring their heritage / ancestors and becoming part of the American way of life. Incredibly high respect for making this an important part of the film.
Must have a magnet for films that hit on much deeper, more personal level. You know, the ones that threaten to resurrect ghosts that should stay buried. Relationship between Elizabeth and her mother hit way to close. Don't ask, sticking with review. The parents in New Wave are like most, want their children not to struggle / give them a better life. Working all the time and making the most money possible. Missing the most important part: the kids want love / respect / for the parents to be proud. Sometimes words just don't cut it here. They try to find part of this in other areas (sound familiar?), mainly New Wave music scene. Creating a family and accepting environment for who they are. Again, hitting way too close a few times in my life.
The other side (realizing these could have seriously increased film time): New Wave presented a very limited view of Vietnamese New Wave Music. Focusing on Lynda Trand Di who basically became a celebrity covering American music. Brief explanation was provided when she tried original music. Would have liked to see more about this side, especially original artists. Like everything else, especially pop culture / the arts, there is a dark side to it. New Wave briefly touched on this, easily could have expanded. It was stated only the Vietnamese called the genre New Wave. Rest of the world called it Eurodisco. Americans also called the genre New Wave, grew up in the 80's. Honestly, this left me wanting a part 2 / another film.
New Wave is one of the few films you don't watch, you become part of it. You might see your family relationships differently. Or ask some family members about your history and heritage.
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