Lost Neighborhoods: Japantown

Lost Neighborhoods: Japantown

The last remaining business owner in Sacramento's Japantown tells his story.
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Overview

Synopsis

In "Lost Neighborhoods: Japantown", host Louis Easton uncovers the erased history of Sacramento's Japantown, destroyed under eminent domain. Through interviews with Cory Umezu, owner of the last surviving business, and visits to sites like Manzanar, the film highlights the Japanese American community's resilience in the face of discrimination and urban renewal. It's a poignant exploration of cultural heritage, loss, and the fight to keep memories alive.

Stage
finished

Credits

Production Details

Prod. Co.
Goodsides
Country
United States
Prod. Partners
Louis Easton

Distribution Details

Release year
2024
Awards
LA Film & Documentary Award

Photos

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