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1979
50m
8.3IMDb

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What it's about

This compelling documentary shows the dreadful situation of Cambodia in 1979, less than a year after the Vietnamese army ousted the Khmer Rouge who brutally reigned from 1975 to early 1979. It explains through recent history and footage how it happened, showing USA's and China's involvement. John Pilger explores hospitals, former torture centre and the desolate capital city. He talks to victims and former soldiers of the Khmer Rouge regime, as well as doctors. He shows Cambodians, notably children, affected by hunger and disease. He questions the international community, notably the West, about their lack of reaction. Warning: some images are disturbing.

Cast and crew

Director: David Munro
Writer: John Pilger
Starring: John Pilger, Henry Kissinger, Richard Nixon

Details

Release date: Oct 30, 1979
Language: English, Central Khmer
Country: United Kingdom
Awards: Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award1 win & 1 nomination total