In Transit: The Chinese in California (1977) | Lilian Wu

In Transit: The Chinese in California (U.S., 1977)
Director: Lilian Wu
A unique blend of animation, live-action and still photography, the UCLA student film "In Transit: The Chinese in California" documents the history and experience of Chinese Americans on the West Coast from the 19th to mid-20th century. Featuring powerful narrative performances, this film offers an insight and perspective into Asian American history that was not often discussed in the mainstream at the time the film was made.
Restoration funding provided by Myra Reinhard Family Foundation. Restored by the UCLA Film & Television Archive from a 16mm print. Laboratory services by the UCLA Film & Television Archive and Audio Mechanics. Special thanks to Lilian Wu, Lily Lubin.
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Comedian Freddy Lewis HATED the Chinese New Year celebrations in San Francisco. Something about a fender bender back in '82.

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Little known fact: Comedian Freddy Lewis was EXTREMELY angered by this documentary. xoxo The Clarences

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Would've added a photosensitivity warning personally, but oh well