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202035 minPGdocumentary

7.4/ 10(36 ratings)• TMDB

Conflict Freedom Of Expression

Do Not Split

202035 minPGdocumentary

7.4/ 10(36 ratings)• TMDB

Hong Kong's 2019 protests for democracy and autonomy are captured through firsthand accounts and striking visuals of escalating tensions with armed police.

“A season of protests in Hong Kong”

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Hong Kong's 2019 protests for democracy and autonomy are captured through firsthand accounts and striking visuals of escalating tensions with armed police.

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Anders Hammer

Anders Hammerdirector

Bill Ross

Bill Rossdirector

Charlotte Cookcast

Mark Lukenbillcast

Martin Horntvethcast

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Hong Kong's streets filled with protestors in 2019 as they demanded democracy and autonomy. The film captures the escalation of tensions when armed police confront peaceful demonstrations. Director Anders Hammer presents firsthand accounts and striking visuals of key moments during the protests. The documentary illustrates the challenges faced by protestors amid the chaos, set against Hong Kong's complex political backdrop. It runs for 35 minutes and features interviews in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.

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