Bodies in Transit
Ocean reflects on the haunting imagery of war and its impact on identity, particularly for those who resemble the victims. He shares his quest to reclaim the narrative by focusing on living Vietnamese bodies rather than the dead, emphasizing the importance of visibility and representation. The conversation also touches on the immigrant experience, highlighting the struggle between cultural identity and the desire to remain unnoticed.In this clip
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