From Opium to Chrysanthemums
Originally released in 2000. From Opium to Chrysanthemums is a documentary film. directed by Per-Åke Holmquist. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
At the height of the Vietnam War, in 1969, Swedish filmmaker PeÅ Holmquist traveled to South East Asia to make a film on a Hmong village leader named Lao-Tong and the Hmong. This film documents Holmquist’s return after 30 years. With new material filmed in Thailand, Laos, and the United States, and incorporating scenes from the 1969 documentary, the film shows how much has changed, and what has happened to the Hmong, both in Thailand and Laos, and in the United States.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is From Opium to Chrysanthemums about?
At the height of the Vietnam War, in 1969, Swedish filmmaker PeÅ Holmquist traveled to South East Asia to make a film on a Hmong village leader named Lao-Tong and the Hmong. This film documents Ho...
Who directed From Opium to Chrysanthemums?
From Opium to Chrysanthemums was directed by Per-Åke Holmquist.
How long is From Opium to Chrysanthemums?
From Opium to Chrysanthemums has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was From Opium to Chrysanthemums released?
From Opium to Chrysanthemums was released on April 28, 2000 in theaters.