First They Killed My Father

Sep 15 2017 TV-MA 2h 16m
Biography, Drama, History

A 5-year-old girl embarks on a harrowing quest for survival amid the sudden rise and terrifying reign of the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia.

Plot

In the 70's, a Cambodian middle-class girl sees the lives of her family and her turning upside-down when the Khmer Rouge invades the Cambodia. They leave their comfortable apartment and lifestyle to live in a primitive working camp. Her father, a former officer, is killed and the family splits to survive.

Written by

Loung Ung, Angelina Jolie

Directed by

Angelina Jolie

Production Countries

United States of America, Cambodia

Production Companies

Bophana Production

Languages

, Français, English

Awards

Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award9 wins & 29 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
21,194
Average Rating
7.2 out of 10
Metascore
72
Popularity
NA