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2009102 minPGdocumentary

We

2009102 minPGdocumentary

Three generations of activists endure years of political turmoil, intimidation, and surveillance while striving to improve their nation's state.

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Three generations of activists endure years of political turmoil, intimidation, and surveillance while striving to improve their nation's state.

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Wenhai Huangdirector

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Three generations of activists share their experiences in a country marked by political turmoil. They express their commitment to change, stating, “Where affairs of state are concerned, we cannot stand idly by and watch.” The film captures the intimidation and surveillance they face as they seek freedom. It presents their anxieties, hopes, and persistence in the struggle for a better future. The documentary runs for 102 minutes and was released in 2009.

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