108 Tibetan individuals share their views on the Dalai Lama and the Chinese government in a documentary filmed just before the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
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108 Tibetan individuals share their views on the Dalai Lama and the Chinese government in a documentary filmed just before the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Synopsis
Dhondup Wangchen and Jigme Gyatso filmed interviews with 108 Tibetans in the lead-up to the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The documentary, Leaving Fear Behind, captures their views on the Dalai Lama and the Chinese government. Filming took place from August 2007 to March 2008 in Tibet. Just before the release, riots erupted across Tibetan areas. Shortly after, both filmmakers were detained by Chinese authorities. The 25-minute film premiered on the opening day of the Olympics, providing a rare glimpse into the sentiments of ordinary Tibetans.
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Why Watch
- See firsthand accounts from 108 Tibetans
- Find out about the 2008 Beijing Olympics backdrop
- Meet Dhondup Wangchen, a key figure in Tibetan activism
Did You Know
- The documentary features interviews with 108 Tibetan individuals.
- Dhondup Wangchen moved his family to India in preparation for reprisals.
- The film was compiled from 40 hours of interview footage.
- Dhondup Wangchen and Jigme Gyatso were detained on March 28, 2008.
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Who directed the documentary Leaving Fear Behind?
Leaving Fear Behind was directed by Dhondup Wangchen and Jigme Gyatso.
When was Leaving Fear Behind premiered?
Leaving Fear Behind premiered in 2008, coinciding with the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China.
How long is the documentary Leaving Fear Behind?
The documentary has a duration of 25 minutes.
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