Above and Below the Ground
Synopsis
In Myanmar’s first and only country-wide environmental movement, Indigenous women activists and punk rock pastors defend a sacred river from a Chinese-built megadam through protest, prayer, and Karaoke music videos.
Release History & Theatrical Window
DMZ International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Emily Hong
- Original Score
- Martin Crane
- Original Title
- Above and Below the Ground
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Myanmar, Thailand
- Spoken Languages
- Burmese
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Doc Society
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Emily Hong
Martin Crane
Mun, Zauring, Sophie Brunet
Maggie Lemere, Ja Nang Tsen, Emily Hong
Department Leadership Roster
Emily Hong
Director
Mun
Editor
Zauring
Editor
Martin Crane
Original Music Composer
Sophie Brunet
Editor
Aacharee Ungsriwong
Editor
Loulwa Khoury
Editor
Maggie Lemere
Producer
Ja Nang Tsen
Producer
Emily Hong
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Above and Below the Ground.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Above and Below the Ground
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Above and Below the Ground about?
In Myanmar’s first and only country-wide environmental movement, Indigenous women activists and punk rock pastors defend a sacred river from a Chinese-built megadam through protest, prayer, and Karaoke music videos.
Who directed Above and Below the Ground?
Above and Below the Ground was directed by Emily Hong.
Who stars in Above and Below the Ground?
The principal cast of Above and Below the Ground includes Not specified.
When was Above and Below the Ground released and how long is it?
Above and Below the Ground was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Above and Below the Ground?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Above and Below the Ground was composed by Martin Crane.