Unwanted Soldiers (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1999, Unwanted Soldiers is a documentary and tv movie film directed by Jari Osborne, running about 48 minutes.

What it’s about. This documentary tells the personal story of filmmaker Jari Osborne's father, a Chinese-Canadian veteran. She describes her father's involvement in World War II and uncovers a legacy of discrimination and racism against British Columbia's Chinese-Canadian community. Sworn to secrecy for decades, Osborne's father and his war buddies now vividly recall their top-secret missions behind enemy lines in Southeast Asia. Theirs is a tale of young men proudly fighting for a country that had mistreated them. This film does more than reveal an important period in Canadian history. It pays moving tribute to a father's quiet heroism.

Who’s in it. Unwanted Soldiers stars Roy Mah, Lee Chin, John Ko Bong and Douglas Jung.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Unwanted Soldiers sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Unwanted Soldiers page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Unwanted Soldiers (1999)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Unwanted Soldiers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Unwanted Soldiers worth watching?
Unwanted Soldiers holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Unwanted Soldiers?
Unwanted Soldiers stars Roy Mah, Lee Chin, John Ko Bong and Douglas Jung.
When was Unwanted Soldiers released?
Unwanted Soldiers was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 48 minutes.