Family Legend (2021)
She made the first Asian American film. History forgot her.
In 1916, twenty-year-old Marion Wong wrote and directed The Curse of Quon Gwon, the earliest example of an Asian American film. What initially appears to be a story about a Chinese family cursed for allowing Western influence through the door, proves to be an illuminating examination of cultural diaspora years ahead of its time.Sandwiched between two global pandemics, this documentary follows the Wong family descendents as they secure The Curse of Quon Gwon its place in film history and new revelations rise to the surface.
Director: Sam Vladimirsky
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 8 min
Release Date: August 28, 2021
Editing: Sam Vladimirsky
Production: PCK Media
Original Language: en
Keywords
silent film, documentary filmmaking, asian american
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Family Legend about?
- In 1916, twenty-year-old Marion Wong wrote and directed The Curse of Quon Gwon, the earliest example of an Asian American film. What initially appears to be a story about a Chinese family cursed for allowing Western influence through the door, proves to be an illuminating examination of cultural diaspora years ahead of its time.Sandwiched between two global pandemics, this documentary follows the Wong family descendents as they secure The Curse of Quon Gwon its place in film history and new revelations rise to the surface.
- Who directed Family Legend?
- Family Legend was directed by Sam Vladimirsky.
- How long is Family Legend?
- Family Legend has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).
- What genre is Family Legend?
- Family Legend is a Documentary film.