Pol Pot: The Journey to the Killing Fields
Thirty years ago, Communist Cambodian leader Pol Pot set about establishing a nation of people living to serve the state. He insisted that anything private, right down to his subjects' thoughts and emotions, were immoral. When Pol Pot's plan to increase rice production failed, he declared it was due to enemies within the party. Thus began the purge of some of Pol Pot's most devoted followers and their families.
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Pol Pot: The Journey to the Killing Fields
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Nov 11, 2005
Genres
Documentary, History
Original Title
Pol Pot: The Journey to the Killing Fields
Production Companies
BBC
Director
Andrew Williams
Description
Thirty years ago, Communist Cambodian leader Pol Pot set about establishing a nation of people living to serve the state. He insisted that anything private, right down to his subjects' thoughts and emotions, were immoral. When Pol Pot's plan to increase rice production failed, he declared it was due to enemies within the party. Thus began the purge of some of Pol Pot's most devoted followers and their families.
