 A Village Called Versailles S. Leo Chiang | 2009 Documentary | USA | 59 minutes Website Info & Tickets THU MAY 6: 6:00 PM Cornerstone Screening Room 131 825 N. Cascade Brought to you by the Independent Film Society of Colorado, Rocky Mountain PBS, Colorado College, & the CC Film Union.
| “An absolutely remarkable documentary on the Vietnamese American community that will elicit thoughtful and provocative discussions. It presents with great sensitivity the tragedies of displacement, yet focuses on the remarkable power of dignified resistance and coalition-building across generational, gender, class, linguistic, and racial boundaries.” Linda Trinh Vo, Chair, Department of Asian American Studies
University of California, Irvine
“A VILLAGE CALLED VERSAILLES is an inspiring film demonstrating the critical role faith communities can play in organizing for social change.”
Rev. Michael Yoshii
Buena Vista United Methodist Church Welcome to Versailles, New Orleans—home to the densest ethnic Vietnamese population outside of Vietnam. For over 30 years, its residents lived a quiet existence on the edge of New Orleans. But then came Hurricane Katrina, the immense garbage piles and the shocking discovery of a toxic landfill planned in their neighborhood. Watch as they fight back, turning a devastating disaster into a catalyst for change and a chance to build a better future. 
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