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Walk Run Cha-Cha is a 2019 American documentary short directed and written by Laura Nix. It follows Chipaul and Millie Cao, a Vietnamese couple who were separated by the Vietnam War and later reunited in Southern California, where they take ballroom-dance lessons. The film connects their dance practice with their migration story and the time they lost while apart. Produced for the New York Times Op-Docs series, it received a 2020 Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Short Subject and is intended for viewers interested in short documentaries about memory, migration, relationships, and dance.
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What is Walk Run Cha-Cha about?
The film follows Chipaul and Millie Cao, a Vietnamese couple separated by the Vietnam War and later reunited in Southern California. Their ballroom-dance lessons become a way to reconnect with each other and with experiences from their earlier lives.
Who directed Walk Run Cha-Cha, and when was it released?
Laura Nix directed and wrote Walk Run Cha-Cha, which was released in 2019. The film is an American documentary short based on the Caos' real life.
How long is Walk Run Cha-Cha, and who distributed it?
The documentary runs for about 20 minutes and was distributed by The New York Times. Its short format makes it suitable for documentary showcases, classroom discussions, and short-film programs.
What dances do Chipaul and Millie Cao practice in the film?
They take ballroom lessons and prepare a jive and cha-cha routine for an anniversary celebration. Reporting on the film describes the routine as a medley of Michael Jackson songs.
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