Abstract:

"Melodrama, cliff hanger -- these words aptly describe Cambodia's elections, which with every success seemed to suffer a drastic setback. The world's media followed the elections closely and time and again declared it a failure only to find it back on track. FEAR AND HOPE IN CAMBODIA chronicles Cambodia's recent history from the Paris Peace Agreement, to the elections, and finally the signing of a new Constitution. Written and narrated by well-known British journalist and author William Shawcross, the film includes previously unseen footage of massacres, intimidation, and human rights abuses. As ordinary Cambodians, international military, civilians and volunteers voice their concerns and relate their experiences, FEAR AND HOPE IN CAMBODIA presents an insightful look at contemporary Cambodia from within."