Since the end of World War II, half a million children have been adopted from abroad by American families. But at least 50 have been deported since 2000, according to the nonprofit Adoptees for Justice. The new film "Blue Bayou" highlights this pressing issue. Written, directed by and starring former "Twilight" actor Justin Chon, the film follows a Korean-born adoptee fighting for the only life he’s ever known. Chon speaks with Hari Sreenivasan about the Asian-American experience and representation in Hollywood.

Originally aired on September 20, 2021.

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