First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers

Set against the harrowing backdrop of the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia, this film follows the true story of Loung Ung, a young girl whose life is upended by the brutal political upheaval. The narrative, adapted from Ung’s memoir, is a poignant exploration of survival and resilience through the eyes of a child. Directed by Angelina Jolie, the film is noted for its authentic portrayal of historical events and features a cast of Cambodian actors, including Sareum Srey Moch in the lead role. The movie was Cambodia’s submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 90th Academy Awards. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.