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Deacon of Death

Deacon of Death

★ 10.0/10•2005•1h 45m•Documentary

The atrocities Sok Chea witnessed as a child during the rule of Pol Pot continue to haunt to this day, nearly thirty years later. So she is shocked when she suddenly comes across the man who was in charge of her prison and whom she holds responsible for murdering most of her family. Once again he holds a prominent position, this time as Deacon of Death or leader of cremation ceremonies. She decides to collect evidence against him. He must stand trial. But can she succeed in a country still ruled by fear. Besides which, Cambodians believe in karma and forgiveness. Wrongdoers are punished after their death anyway and will suffer for many lives to come. Sok Chea'ss quest leads her to a confrontation with Karoby, in the same pagoda where the atrocities occurred.

Jan van den Berg · Screenplay

Marina Alings · Screenplay

Willem van de Put · Screenplay

Jan van den Berg · Director

StatusReleased
Runtime1h 45m
LanguageNL
Release DateMar 10, 2005

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