Far East Deep South

Such a great film, really inspiring story of "finding your roots" and overcoming adversity. Also a story of solidarity in hard times, and doesn't leaving you feeling bad but inspired about our common history. So important to see right now in the United States because some films leave you not knowing how we can face our problems and move forward, this film does that!

Far East Deep South sheds light on a lesser-known part of American history, transforming a dark chapter into a story of hope and unity. Intimate and deeply personal, it follows a family's journey to uncover their roots in the Mississippi Delta. Filmed in a raw, vlog-style format, it highlights the vital role of archivists and historians. Heartfelt and eye-opening-highly recommended for those seeking new perspectives on American history!

It's a wonderful documentary about finding unexpected family history in the most unexpected places. Great work by all involved.

You will definitely learn something new about US history. Who knew there was a whole Chinese community in the Deep South, brought in after slavery ended? And who knew that only Chinese laborers were permitted to enter the country while Chinese women were excluded? And who knew of yet another shameful example of American racism that was made into law to exclude Chinese specifically?

To keep this documentary from being a total historical downer, we see the results of this prejudice through the eyes of the son and grandsons of the original immigrant who have traveled to Louisiana to discover their roots.. And what we see are the harsh facts softened by modern acceptance and a whole lot of love. You will find yourself touched deeply when you learn, along with the family, of the very difficult decisions the father had to make and the love for his son that endured. All in all a powerful testament to the human spirit.

"Far East, Deep South" offers a moving and unflinching look into a family's journey to find their roots through the life of their grandfather. Baldwin showcases dedicated effort to this journey through extensive archival work and narrative interviews, balancing the harshness of historical circumstances with the uplift of discovering one's roots.