The Empathizer
"Young overseas-born Vietnamese immigrants are returning to the country their parents fled decades ago. Why?"
The Empathizer is a documentary/comedy film. directed by Fred Le. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Andy Van, Alex Duong, and Viet Nguyen
Synopsis
Standup comedian Fred Le hears the stories of a diverse range of young overseas-born Vietnamese who made their way back to the land that their parents left following the end of the Vietnam War. The Empathizer explores identity and the impact of trauma among Việt Kiều who grew up a generation removed from tragic events of the past.
Quick Facts
Runtime
0h 59m
59 minutes total
Budget
$60
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $60
Production Companies
- Year of the Cat LLC
- Champion & King
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Empathizer about?
Standup comedian Fred Le hears the stories of a diverse range of young overseas-born Vietnamese who made their way back to the land that their parents left following the end of the Vietnam War. The...
Who directed The Empathizer?
The Empathizer was directed by Fred Le.
How long is The Empathizer?
The Empathizer has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).
Who are the main actors in The Empathizer?
The main cast of The Empathizer includes Andy Van, Alex Duong, Viet Nguyen, Sean Porter, Matt Tran.