Bad Axe

In the gripping documentary "Bad Axe," a real-time portrait of 2020 unfolds as an Asian-American family in Trump's rural America fights to preserve their restaurant and American dream amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Neo-Nazis, and generational scars from the Cambodian Killing Fields. This intimate story is marked by racial tensions, personal struggles, and the resilience of a family seeking to stay true to themselves despite overwhelming odds. Through its unflinching lens, "Bad Axe" sheds light on the complex experiences of Asian Americans in rural America, offering a powerful exploration of identity, community, and the human spirit.