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S2·E14 Forbidden City, USA

Episode
Season 2, Episode 14
Air Date
January 2, 1990
Runtime
55 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired January 2, 1990 55 min
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Synopsis

Before WWII, San Francisco's Chinatown was a separate world, closed to outsiders, ruled by rigid homeland customs. But in the 1930s, second generation Chinese Americans defied cultural tradition to pursue their passion for American music and dance. They started careers as "Chinese Fred Astaires" and "Chinese Frank Sinatras" in one of the city's famous Chinatown night clubs, Forbidden City.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 2 Episode 14 of American Experience air?

Season 2, Episode 14 ('Forbidden City, USA') originally aired on January 2, 1990.

How long is Season 2 Episode 14 ('Forbidden City, USA')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.

What happens in American Experience Season 2 Episode 14?

Before WWII, San Francisco's Chinatown was a separate world, closed to outsiders, ruled by rigid homeland customs. But in the 1930s, second generation Chinese Americans defied cultural tradition to pursue their passion for American music and dance. They started careers as "Chinese Fred Astaires" and...

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