The Chinese Exclusion Act
Mar 19, 2017 · 2h 41m
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Li-Shin Yu, Ric BurnsOverview
A sweeping chronicle of the entire exclusion era - the latter part of the 1800s, when anti-Chinese agitation led to federal laws targeting Chinese abroad and those already in the country. Go far beyond the legislation with the survival and growth of Chinese American communities in the face of prejudice and outright violence, the “paper” sons and daughters who emigrated despite the seemingly impassable barriers, and the legal challenges that produced some of the most momentous decisions in Supreme Court history.
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What is The Chinese Exclusion Act about?
A sweeping chronicle of the entire exclusion era - the latter part of the 1800s, when anti-Chinese agitation led to federal laws targeting Chinese abroad and those already in the country. Go far beyond the legislation with the survival and growth of Chinese American communities in the face of prejudice and outright violence, the “paper” sons and daughters who emigrated despite the seemingly…
When was The Chinese Exclusion Act released?
The Chinese Exclusion Act was released on March 19, 2017.
Where can I watch The Chinese Exclusion Act?
The Chinese Exclusion Act is streaming on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel in the US. It is also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is The Chinese Exclusion Act?
The Chinese Exclusion Act runs 2 hours 41 minutes (161 minutes).
Who directed The Chinese Exclusion Act?
The Chinese Exclusion Act was directed by Li-Shin Yu and Ric Burns.
Who is in the cast of The Chinese Exclusion Act?
The cast of The Chinese Exclusion Act includes Hoon Lee (Narrator), Joel de la Fuente, Yuet-Fung Ho, Fenton Li and Russell Wong.
Is The Chinese Exclusion Act on Netflix?
No, The Chinese Exclusion Act is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel instead.