En Ryo Identity

The documentary features Paul Mayeda Berges as he delves into his Japanese heritage by engaging in a dialogue with his grandmother, who has her own experiences of internment during World War II. This interaction reveals the generational differences in how they perceive and process historical trauma.

Berges counters his grandmother's relaxed assessment of her past with clips from home videos and Hollywood films, creating a layered narrative that seeks to validate emotion alongside historical fact. The film examines the struggle for identity and understanding within the biracial experience, making it an insightful piece for those interested in personal and cultural histories.