The People of Angkor


1h 30m 2003

Brief Synopsis

A story about natives living under the shadows of Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia, who are trying to reconcile their ancient, spiritual values with a bloody past and where humor is used to express their optimism for a better life.

Cast & Crew

Rithy Panh

Director

Film Details

Also Known As
Les Gens D'Angkor
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2003

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

Synopsis

A story about natives living under the shadows of Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia, who are trying to reconcile their ancient, spiritual values with a bloody past and where humor is used to express their optimism for a better life.

Film Details

Also Known As
Les Gens D'Angkor
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2003

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

Quotes

Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Shown at SILVERDOCS:AFI/Discovery Channel Documentary Festival (Competition) June 15-20, 2004.

dialogue Cambodian