Western Avenue (1993) is a Drama film that follows a second-generation Korean-American woman, Jisoo, leaves her medical studies to pursue acting in New York. After experiencing trauma and alienation in LA’s vibrant but harsh subcultures: including scenes involving drug use and body art; she returns to her immigrant family’s life near Western Avenue. Her return coincides with the Rodney King riots, forcing her to confront identity, belonging, and the fragile ties between her American experiences and her Korean heritage. Western Avenue is not currently listed with streaming providers in your selected region, but availability can change over time. Fans of drama movies may also want to explore similar titles below.