Lessons in Dissent
Synopsis
A vivid portrait of a generation of Hong Kongers committed to creating a new more democratic Hong Kong. Schoolboy Joshua Wong dedicates himself to stopping the introduction of National Education. Whilst former classmate Ma Jai fights against political oppression on the streets and in the courts. Catapulting the viewer on to the streets of Hong Kong and into the heart of the action. The viewer is confronted with Hong Kong's oppressive heat, stifling humidity and air thick with dissent. Filmed over 18 months this is a kaleidoscopic, visceral experience of their epic struggle.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2014-01-11
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- Director
- Matthew Torne
- Original Title
- Lessons in Dissent
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
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What is Lessons in Dissent about?
A vivid portrait of a generation of Hong Kongers committed to creating a new more democratic Hong Kong. Schoolboy Joshua Wong dedicates himself to stopping the introduction of National Education. Whilst former classmate Ma Jai fights against political oppression on the streets and in the courts. Catapulting the viewer on to the streets of Hong Kong and into the heart of the action. The viewer is confronted with Hong Kong's oppressive heat, stifling humidity and air thick with dissent. Filmed over 18 months this is a kaleidoscopic, visceral experience of their epic struggle.
Who directed Lessons in Dissent?
Lessons in Dissent was directed by Matthew Torne.
Who stars in Lessons in Dissent?
The principal cast of Lessons in Dissent includes Joshua Wong, Wan Ke Ma.
When was Lessons in Dissent released and how long is it?
Lessons in Dissent was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.