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Amerasia

June 30, 1985 1h 40m

Originally released in 1985. Amerasia is a documentary/drama film. directed by Wolf-Eckart Bühler.

Starring Terry Allen and Surachai Chantimatorn

Synopsis

During the Vietnam War, lots of US soldiers fathered illegitimate children with women in Southeast Asia. They often grew up in orphanages, a fate shared by many of these so-called Amerasians. It is the questions of guilt, origin and homeland of these soldiers and children which the film pursues in a semi-documentary manner. In various conversations, GI and Vietnam veteran John Scott meets with people in Thailand who all have to struggle in their own way with the homelessness resulting from this past.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 30, 1985 40 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Red Harvest Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amerasia about?

During the Vietnam War, lots of US soldiers fathered illegitimate children with women in Southeast Asia. They often grew up in orphanages, a fate shared by many of these so-called Amerasians. It is...

Who directed Amerasia?

Amerasia was directed by Wolf-Eckart Bühler.

How long is Amerasia?

Amerasia has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was Amerasia released?

Amerasia was released on June 30, 1985 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Amerasia?

The main cast of Amerasia includes Terry Allen, Surachai Chantimatorn.