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Filmmaker Screening of Davy Chou's "Golden Slumbers"

By: totalllyrandomman Posted: January-19-2012 in
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The 1960s and early 70s were a golden period for Cambodian culture. During this period, Cambodia developed its own distinctive rock’n’roll style, infused with the hypnotic rhythms of traditional Khmer music. Cambodian cinema also flourished, with large crowds drawn to cinemas around the country to watch Cambodian films. Then the Khmer Rouge came to power and this flowering of culture was torn out like a weed. Actors, directors artist and musicians were systematically murdered, only a precious few managed to flee the country.

Reality Clashes with Illusion at Java Gallery

By: totallyrandomman Posted: January-06-2012 in
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The two new exhibitions opening on the 10th of January at Java Café and Gallery both explore the contrast between the perceived or expected and darker, more uncertain, underlying realities.

For example, one of the paintings in Ben Thynal’s collection “My Selfish Family”, depicts a tightly wound group of people trapped in a circular formation—their smiling faces purposely misleading when paired with the title “Monster Family.”

Cambodia International Film Festival Returns with 90 films from 17 Countries – All for Free

By: totallyrandomman Posted: December-16-2011 in
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The second Cambodia International Film Festival will take place from the 14th to the 18th of December, with a plethora of short, feature length and documentary films from Asia, Africa and Europe and North America, as well as a range of workshops and events.

The event, organized by the Bophana Audiovisual Resource Centre (www.bophaba.org) will this year include screenings at Legend Cinema and Cineplex, as well as the French Cultural Centre, the Bophana Centre and outdoor screenings on Diamond Island (Koh Pich).

Academy Approval Could Pave The Way For A Cambodian Oscar Winner

By: totallyrandomman Posted: December-03-2011 in
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A landmark decision by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), has paved the way for Khmer filmmakers to have their films considered for an Oscar. At their October 2011 semi-annual meeting the Academy granted approval of the new Cambodia Oscar Selection Committee (COSC). This sanction of the COSC leads the way for a possible entry from Cambodia in the Academy Awards Foreign Language Film category.

Halloween's Coming

By: Laura Freeman Posted: October-27-2011 in
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I may not have been back in Singapore a week yet, but despite being here last Halloween and seeing decorations etc. then, this year Singapore really does seem to be embracing it wholeheartedly. Decorations are appearing everywhere, Halloween related items are available to buy in the shops and special events at venues are being advertised everywhere I turn.

Water Festival Canceled

By: AKP Phnom Penh Posted: October-13-2011 in
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AKP Phnom Penh, October 13, 2011 –

Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen this afternoon announced to cancel the Water Festival, which is scheduled to be held on Nov. 9-11 due to the flash floods.

Speaking at the opening of the special cabinet ministers’ meeting to assess the damages caused by the devastating floods, Samdech Techo Hun Sen said no boat racing this year, but other festivals are celebrated as usual.

Sukasada Ing Rat Fragmentary Mesmerizes Tourists

By: Bali Travel News Posted: June-09-2011 in
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Enchantment of Sukasada Ujung Park of Karangasem increasingly shows off its magnetism. Having been restored with the assistance of World Bank, the Sukasada Ujung Park has been considered successful to support a variety of spectacular events both in the regional and national level. Agenda of the official visits of a number of ministers have been successfully organized in the Panglila Cita Garden that was usually used by the King of Karangasem in hosting state guests of the past.

The winner of the 2nd Vientianale is: "Calendar" by Thanavorakit Kounthawatphinyo

By: Thomas Wanhoff Posted: May-16-2011 in
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It was late on Sunday evening, when finally Mr. Bounchao, the Director of the Department of Cinema in Laos, announced the winner of the 2nd Vientianale: It is "Calendar", a short movie by Thanavorakit Kounthawatphinyo (who also received the Best Young Filmmaker Award). And it was well deserved. The movie tells the story of a young man you "walk" through calendar dates, apparently looking for his girlfriends birthday. It was a big surprise to see a movie that is not only photographed so well, but also has excellent sound, a good script and talented and well playing actors.

Khmer Wedding Protocol

By: EAS Staff Posted: February-26-2011 in
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A traditional Khmer wedding is one of the most joyous occasions for a Khmer family and typically lasts from three days to an entire week. It is a grand affair, full of color and festivity, as well as steeped in tradition. Family, friends, and other members of the community come together to share in the celebration. Musicians play throughout the day on traditional instruments, and the couple is dressed like royalty. The bride may change her outfit several times in one day.

Portable village brings a touch of Dutch Culture

By: VietNamNet Bridge Posted: September-23-2010 in
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Holland Village”, a collection of traditional crafts, food, and traditions, will come to Ho Chi Minh City for the first time and be open to visitors at 23/9 Park from October 22-31 to give visitors an insight into Dutch lifestyle and customs.

The village that has traveled all over the world has 12 traditional Dutch houses with traditional gables and a life-size windmill which is 10 meters high.

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