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1987: Untracing The Conspiracy

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In 1987, the Singapore government, using the Internal Security Act, arrested 22 people in what was called "Operation Spectrum". These people were held indefinitely without trial, physically and mentally tortured, and coerced into admitting that they were guilty of a "Marxist conspiracy" on public television. In this film, ex-detainees share what they experienced during that time.

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Director
Jason Soo
Original Title
1987: Untracing The Conspiracy
Country of Origin
Singapore
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
54m

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What is 1987: Untracing The Conspiracy about?

In 1987, the Singapore government, using the Internal Security Act, arrested 22 people in what was called "Operation Spectrum". These people were held indefinitely without trial, physically and mentally tortured, and coerced into admitting that they were guilty of a "Marxist conspiracy" on public television. In this film, ex-detainees share what they experienced during that time.

Who directed 1987: Untracing The Conspiracy?

1987: Untracing The Conspiracy was directed by Jason Soo.

Who stars in 1987: Untracing The Conspiracy?

The principal cast of 1987: Untracing The Conspiracy includes Lee Hsien Loong.

When was 1987: Untracing The Conspiracy released and how long is it?

1987: Untracing The Conspiracy was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 54m.