Normally, I do not watch documentaries at all because they bore the hell out of me.

But this one -- China Blue -- WOW! I am particularly excited about this one because it is coming to San Francisco as a sneak preview for the Asian American Film Festival. I am soooo going to be there on Mon, 3/20 for the premiere (even though I have already seen it, totally by chance, when I was vacationing up in Vancouver).

Why am I filled with such enthusiasm? For over 20 years, I have been a huge supporter of "made in the USA" products and my friends will call me a stickler to this seemingly small detail. It is extremely important to me to put my hard-earned dollars back into my own country.

This documentary encompasses the very reason why. You have to watch this film, which also captures the personal journey of a teenage girl. After seeing the hardships she experiences, I consider myself lucky to be so privileged. I cannot imagine myself in her shoes.

You may think it is another sweatshop story, but it is truly touching. There are hints of humor and a touch of drama that I could not have fathomed to be in docs.