The Chinatown Files
Synopsis
This documentary brings to the public, for the first time, a story that was classified as secret by the US government for over four decades. Exploring the roots and legacy of the Cold War on the Chinese American community during the 1950s and the 1960s, it presents first hand accounts of seven men and women's experiences of being hunted down, jailed and targeted for deportation in America.
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 9, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amy Chen
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin D. Toub, Andrea Weiss
- Original Score
- Woody Pak
- Original Title
- The Chinatown Files
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin, English
- Runtime
- 57m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amy Chen
Martin D. Toub, Andrea Weiss
Woody Pak
Emiko Omori, Rolland Lowe, Herman Lew, Dolly Chung
Martin D. Toub, Peter Gonzalez
Ying Chan, Amy Chen
Department Leadership Roster
Ying Chan
Producer
Emiko Omori
Director of Photography
Martin D. Toub
Editor
Martin D. Toub
Writer
Peter Gonzalez
Editor
Woody Pak
Original Music Composer
Amy Chen
Producer
Andrea Weiss
Writer
Amy Chen
Director
Herman Lew
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Chinatown Files.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Chinatown Files
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Chinatown Files about?
This documentary brings to the public, for the first time, a story that was classified as secret by the US government for over four decades. Exploring the roots and legacy of the Cold War on the Chinese American community during the 1950s and the 1960s, it presents first hand accounts of seven men and women's experiences of being hunted down, jailed and targeted for deportation in America.
Who directed The Chinatown Files?
The Chinatown Files was directed by Amy Chen.
Who stars in The Chinatown Files?
The principal cast of The Chinatown Files includes Not specified.
When was The Chinatown Files released and how long is it?
The Chinatown Files was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 57m.
Who composed the musical score for The Chinatown Files?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Chinatown Files was composed by Woody Pak.