Independent Lens | VILLAGE CALLED VERSAILLES, A | Film Clip #3

http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/village-called-versailles

Go get all of the boats and all of the water and all of the food and we will cook it together and eat as a community. [2:01]

Welcome to Versailles, New Orleanshome to the densest ethnic Vietnamese population outside of Vietnam. For over 30 years, its residents lived a quiet existence on the edge of New Orleans. But then came Hurricane Katrina, the immense garbage piles and the shocking discovery of a toxic landfill planned in their neighborhood. Watch as they fight back, turning a devastating disaster into a catalyst for change and a chance to build a better future.

VILLAGE CALLED VERSAILLES, A premieres May 25, 2010 on Independent Lens, a weekly series airing on PBS. Hosted by Maggie Gyllenhaal, the acclaimed series showcases powerful and innovative independent films. Presented by ITVS, Independent Lens is broadcast on PBS stations nationwide.

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http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/village-called-versailles

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