Documentary
United States of America
Found is a heartwarming and poignant documentary film that follows the journey of three teenage girls who discover three other girls with whom they share their DNA. The three girls, Jenna, Ann, and Sara, were all adopted from China by American families and had no knowledge of their biological families or each other's existence until they received the results of their 23andMe DNA tests, which revealed that they were cousins.
The film charts the improbable events that brought these three girls together, as well as their emotional and physical journeys to meet each other in person. Throughout the film, the girls navigate the complex questions, doubts, and fears that arise as they try to piece together their shared history.
As they explore their shared ancestry and Chinese heritage, the girls unpack some of the difficult realities of international adoption, including the imposition of a new identity and the loss of cultural heritage. The girls also come to terms with the challenges of reconnecting with a family they never knew they had.
Found is a touching and insightful exploration of identity, family, and the power of DNA testing to bring people together. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of never giving up on the search for one's roots.
