Agenda

Screenings

21
September

Funeral of King Norodom Suramarit
  • 5:00 pm
  • Bophana Center
  • Cine Saturday

Produced by Department of Information, Press and Culture, 57min, Khmer version

King Norodom Suramarit died in the 1960. He was the father of the King Father Norodom Sihanouk. This documentary shows the Royal funeral Ceremony for King Norodom Suramarit. Traditional customs and rare activities will be presented in the movie.

Free admission

4
October

A journey in the film industry of a young filmmaker, Rado
  • 6:30 pm
  • Bophana Center
  • Cine Club

By Mr. Sok Chanrado, filmmaker, conducted in Khmer and English

The Cine Club in October will show you the fascinating works of a young filmmaker, Sok Chanrado.
He started his journey in the film industry through Sa Sa Art Project at the White Building, and then followed by the Bophana Center's "One Dollar" project. In this project, he made five documentary films, and after that, he continued to produce new films, including fiction films. More interestingly, some of his works have also been selected by film festivals both nationally and internationally.
Most of the films Rado makes are about freedom and transparency. Want to know what those movies are like, don't forget to join the Cine Club together.

Free admission

5
October

Staying Single When?
  • 5:00 pm
  • Bophana Center
  • Cine Saturday

Produced by Khmer Mekong Films, 2007, 98min, Khmer version with English subtitles

Sarun, a manager of a luxury hotel in Kep city. He just earned a big pay rise for his achievements and can afford to get married. He tries to find a love that he thinks are appropriate for him. So how's he going to find a wife?

Free admission

12
October

Good Luck for You Everyday
  • 5:00 pm
  • Bophana Center
  • Cine Saturday

Directed by Marc Martinez Sarrado, 57min, Khmer version with English subtitles

It is the incredible story of Peng Phan who survived the Khmer Rouge Regime to open an orphanage / Khmer creative arts school in present day Cambodia which she sees as paying her respects to the children who died in the prison she was kept in during the regime. This film/ documentary also takes a look at the daily life of the children that attend her school.

Free admission

19
October

Four films will be screened on Saturday
  • 5:00 pm
  • Bophana Center
  • Cine Saturday

1. "Bubble"
Directed by Hang Sokharo, 7min, Khmer version with English subtitles
When a mother is optimistic about her son's future, she needs to find ways to send her son to school although she can hardly feed the family.

2. "Khema"
Directed by Hang Sokharo, 7min, Khmer version with English subtitles
A girl aspires to become a dancer, though her life is challenged family crisis. But she can still make that dream come true.

3. "Young Producers"
Produced by Cambodia Health Education Media Service (CHEMS), 16min, Khmer version with English subtitles
Nowadays, television is especailly popular with young Cambodians. So, CHEMS teaches peer educators skills in how to produce video documentary and TV Drama, focusin on sexual and reproductive health topics. What are the challenges and achievements of peer educators?

4. "The Choice of Youth"
Produced by Cambodia Health Education Media Service (CHEMS), 2007, 15min, Khmer version with English subtitles
In Cambodia, the youth are facing so many serious health and social issues such as HIV infection, STIs, early pregnancy, unsafe abortion, drug abuse and sexual abuse. Ensuring that young people have accurate information about sexual and reproductive health can help them to navigate their way successfully, around these issues and make the right decisions.

Free admission

26
October

Vanished
  • 5:00 pm
  • Bophana Center
  • Cine Saturday

Produced by Khmer Mekong Films, 2009, 98min, Khmer version with English subtitles

Radio show presenter Maly deals with the personal problems of young Cambodians on a controversial nightly phone-in show. In quick succession, her co-host and producer are found dead. Maly is terrified her own life is in danger, even under police protection. As the threats mount and she feels increasingly at her wits’ end, the question for her and the audience is – will she crack before the murderer is caught?

Free admission

Special Events

6
September

Art Exhibition “She’s Dressing Up”

  • 6:30 pm
  • Bophana Center
  • Exhibitions

Organized by two Cambodian artists

From September 6 to October 5, 2019
Opening on September 6, 2019 at 6:30pm

“She’s Dressing Up” wants to describe the beauty of women and jewelries, with a mix of art, such as clothing, and paintings. The exhibition also wants to showcase the creative work of the artists and it is a common message between the artists to come together regardless their different skills.

So "She’s Dressing Up" is making beauty and it is a beautiful artistic collective.

This is a collaboration between Mr. Chan Sophorn, an artist and lecturer at the Royal University of Fine Arts, with Mr. Sambath Udom, a costume designer.

Free admission

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