Movie
The Empathizer
Young overseas-born Vietnamese immigrants are returning to the country their parents fled decades ago. Why?
Standup comedian Fred Le hears the stories of a diverse range of young overseas-born Vietnamese who made their way back to the land that their parents left following the end of the Vietnam War. The Empathizer explores identity and the impact of trauma among Việt Kiều who grew up a generation removed from tragic events of the past.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
The Empathizer was released October 13, 2024. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
Standup comedian Fred Le hears the stories of a diverse range of young overseas-born Vietnamese who made their way back to the land that their parents left following the end of the Vietnam War. The Empathizer explores identity and the impact of trauma among Việt Kiều who grew up a generation removed from tragic events of the past.
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More about The Empathizer
Cast
Alex DuongCredits
- Directed by
- Fred Le
- Written by
- Fred Le
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Budget
- $60
Production
- Year of the Cat LLC
- Champion & King