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The Angkar (1981)

Movie ★ 8.0 91 min

Documentary

The Khmer word “angkar” signifies “organization”. The angkar of the Pol-Pot regime acted upon their own, unwritten laws. Records were discovered in the central interrogation and extermination camp “S21”, the former high school Tuol Sleng in Phnom Penh that document the death of 20.000 people.

Gerhard Scheumann Director Walter Heynowski Director Gerhard Scheumann Writer Walter Heynowski Writer

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Quick facts

Released
November 24, 1981
Runtime
91 min
IMDb
tt0397897
Language
Studio
Studio H&S

Cast

Gerhard Scheumann Gerhard Scheumann Narrator (voice) Jürgen Hentsch Jürgen Hentsch Narrator (voice) Gerhard Paul Narrator (voice) Herbert Sand Narrator (voice) Christian Stövesand Narrator (voice)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Angkar about?
The Khmer word “angkar” signifies “organization”. The angkar of the Pol-Pot regime acted upon their own, unwritten laws. Records were discovered in the central interrogation and extermination camp “S21”, the former high school Tuol Sleng in Phnom Penh that document the death of 20.000 people.
Who directed The Angkar?
The Angkar was directed by Gerhard Scheumann, Walter Heynowski.
Who stars in The Angkar?
The Angkar stars Gerhard Scheumann, Jürgen Hentsch, Gerhard Paul, Herbert Sand.
When was The Angkar released?
The Angkar is a 1981 documentary film.
Where can I watch The Angkar?
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