The Killing Fields
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The Killing Fields

A journalist is trapped in Cambodia during tyrant Pol Pot's bloody 'Year Zero' cleansing campaign, which claimed the lives of two million 'undesirable...' civilians. Show More

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The Killing Fields is a powerful and heart-wrenching historical drama set during the brutal regime of Pol Pot in Cambodia. The film follows the true story of Sydney Schanberg, an American journalist, and his Cambodian assistant, Dith Pran, who find themselves trapped in the midst of Pol Pot's genocidal campaign.

As the Khmer Rouge takes control of Cambodia in 1975, they begin a ruthless campaign to create an agrarian utopia by exterminating anyone they deemed undesirable. Two million innocent civilians lost their lives during this period known as 'Year Zero.' Sydney and Dith, determined to document the atrocities, stay behind and risk their lives to report the truth.

Through the eyes of Dith Pran, we witness the horrors of forced labor camps, executions, and the unimaginable suffering inflicted on the Cambodian people. As their situation becomes increasingly perilous, Dith must find a way to survive and escape the country, while Sydney grapples with his guilt and the responsibility of telling the world what is happening.

The Killing Fields is a poignant exploration of friendship, survival, and the power of journalism in the face of injustice. Through its compelling storytelling and outstanding performances, the film sheds light on one of the darkest chapters in human history. It serves as a haunting reminder of the resilience and courage displayed by ordinary individuals in the face of unspeakable horrors.

Also Known As:

The Killing Fields

Release Date:

01 Feb 1985

Writers:

Bruce Robinson

Awards:

Won 3 Oscars. 28 wins & 22 nominations total

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