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First Person Plural

In 1966, Deann Borshay Liem was adopted by an American family and sent from Korea to her new home in California. There the memory of her birth family was nearly obliterated, until recurring dreams led her to investigate her own past, and she discovered that her Korean mother was very much alive. Bravely uniting her biological and adoptive families, Borshay Liem embarks on a heartfelt journey.

From the Archives: Deann Borshay Liem (2000)

15m 36s

In 1966, Deann Borshay Liem was adopted by an American family and sent from Korea to her new home in California. In this extended interview from 2000, Liem discusses making her personal documentary FIRST PERSON PLURAL and the difficulties of having intense discussions with loved ones.

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