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UNTIL THE ORCHID BLOOMS

by Polen Ly

synopsis

The construction of a dam in the Sesan River in Cambodia flooded the village of Kbal Romeas. Many villagers belonging to the Bunong indigenous minority accepted compensation from the government and were given alternative housing elsewhere. Single mother Neang keeps her spirits up, as she fishes, works the land and brings her youngest son back from the city.

international title: Until the Orchid Blooms
original title: Until the Orchid Blooms
country: France, Cambodia
year: 2024
genre: documentary
directed by: Polen Ly
film run: 103'
cinematography by: Polen Ly
film editing: Penda Houzangbe, Jack Atmore
producer: Lucas Sénécaut, Thibaut Amri, Rithy Panh
production: L'Oeil Vif Productions, Avant la Nuit, Anupheap Production (KH)

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