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In Between Lands

Laura Griffin is a Korean adoptee who was raised in a small town in midwest America. While she grew up feeling American and Caucasion, continual reminders over the years told her otherwise. 23 years after being sent away from her motherland, Laura returns to South Korea in search of belonging and understanding, and discovers just how Asian or non-asian she is.

  • Laura Griffin
    Director
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes 57 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 4, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    6,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Ireland
  • Country of Filming:
    Ireland, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Galway
    Ireland
    January 6, 2021
    World Premiere/Irish Premiere
Director Biography - Laura Griffin

Director Laura Griffin grew up in Michigan, USA and is now based in the West of Ireland. She is interested in exploring the theme of identity in the context of being an interracial adoptee, woman and immigrant. The 2021 short film, In Between Lands, is her directorial debut.

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Director Statement

This is a very personal film that began when I received funding from a local scheme called, Dig Where You Stand, and that is what I did. I dug deeper into my roots and reflected on my journey and how my identity has changed along the way.

While many of us KAD's (Korean Adoptees) share childhood backgrounds, questions and obstacles, each of our stories is equally unique and valuable.

This film is my small contribution to the larger dialogue that needs to continue to take place surrounding interracial adoption. Perhaps the film may even make someone feel a little less alone or a little more understanding.