Family Legend
She made the first Asian American film. History forgot her.
Storyline
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Family Legend was released on August 28, 2021.
The runtime of Family Legend is 8m.
Family Legend is a Documentary movie.
Family Legend is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Family Legend was directed by Sam Vladimirsky.
Family Legend is originally in English.