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S21: The Khmer Rouge Killing Machine (2003)

7.4 ★20031h 41mFR
DocumentaryHistoryWar

Directed by Rithy Panh

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

FR

Release

May 17, 2003

Director

Rithy Panh

Overview

Documentary of the S-21 genocide prison in Phnom Penh with interviews of prisoners and guards. On the search for reasons why this could have happened.

Cast

Chum Mey

Chum Mey

Himself (Survivor)

Khieu 'Poev' Ches

Khieu 'Poev' Ches

Himself (Guard)

Yeay Cheu

Yeay Cheu

Herself - Him Houy's Mother

Nhiem Ein

Nhiem Ein

Himself - Photographer

Houy Him

Houy Him

Himself - Security deputy

Ta Him

Ta Him

Himself - Him Houy's Father

Nhieb Ho

Nhieb Ho

Himself - Guard

Prakk Kahn

Prakk Kahn

Himself - the Torturer

Peng Kry

Peng Kry

Himself - Driver

Som Meth

Som Meth

Himself - Guard

Vann Nath

Vann Nath

Himself - Survivor

Top Pheap

Top Pheap

Himself - Interrogator & Typist

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into S21: The Khmer Rouge Killing Machine (2003), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Documentary of the S-21 genocide prison in Phnom Penh with interviews of prisoners and guards. On the search for reasons why this could have happened.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of S21: The Khmer Rouge Killing Machine. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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