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Deep Dive: We Have Boots (2020)

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We Have Boots
We Have Boots examines the Umbrella Movement of 2014, a significant event in Hong Kong's pursuit of democracy. The film features key figures such as Benny Tai, Chan Kin-man, Ray Wong, and Agnes Chow, who provide personal insights into the political and social upheavals of the time. Set against Hong Kong's skyline, the documentary captures the emotions of activists and scholars who now face imprisonment due to their beliefs. The film contrasts the 2014 protests with the current climate of dissent in Hong Kong. It presents the ongoing struggle for democratic rights in a rapidly changing urban landscape, emphasizing the impact of the Umbrella Movement on subsequent protests, particularly those in 2019.

Why Watch

  • •Meet activists like Agnes Chow and Benny Tai.
  • •Find out about the 2014 Umbrella Movement.
  • •See the contrasts between past and present protests.

Did You Know

•The Umbrella Movement took place in 2014, influencing protests in 2019.
•The film features prominent activists like Agnes Chow and Benny Tai.
•We Have Boots has a runtime of 130 minutes.
•The documentary is produced in Hong Kong and the United States.

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Hong Kong democracyPolitical activismSocial movements