Seven activists from Hong Kong faced police brutality while protesting the G8 Summit in Hokkaido, Japan, in 2008.
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Seven activists from Hong Kong faced police brutality while protesting the G8 Summit in Hokkaido, Japan, in 2008.
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In Hokkaido, Japan, seven activists from Hong Kong confront the G8 Summit in 2008. They aim to voice their concerns about global warming, labor, and energy issues to world leaders at the Windsor Hotel in Toyako. As they participate in city rallies and protests in the surrounding mountains, they encounter significant resistance from Japanese police. The film captures their struggle to be heard amid escalating tensions and the challenges of social activism in a global context.
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Why Watch
- Follow Hong Kong activists at the 2008 G8 Summit in Japan.
- See the impact of police brutality on peaceful protests.
- Find out how activists tried to raise awareness on global warming.
Did You Know
- The G8 Summit took place in Hokkaido, Japan, in July 2008.
- The documentary has a runtime of 65 minutes.
- Activists faced police brutality during protests in both city and mountain locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What event were the activists protesting against in 2008?
The activists were protesting against the G8 Summit held in Hokkaido, Japan.
What issues did the activists aim to address during the G8 Summit protests?
They aimed to address global warming, labor, and energy issues.
What kind of treatment did the activists experience from the police during the protests?
The activists experienced police brutality during the city rallies and protests in the mountains.
What are people saying?
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