Paper Children

A brief, somber glimpse into confinement and memory, leaving a quiet ache that lingers after it ends.

Directed by

Paden Burger

Genres

Drama, History

Starring

Ben Wang, Liu Cici, Lei Xuelian

Overview

These newcomers to America were held anywhere from a few weeks to several months or even years, and some carved their stories - and documented their harsh treatment - into the wooden walls of their detention barracks.

How it feels

Melancholic, bleak and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Isolation, memory, survival, trauma

Content

Mild violence and gore. No sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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