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Revolution of Our Times
Revolution of Our Times

Revolution of Our Times

The Times Didn't Choose Us, We Chose to Change the Times

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Documentary

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Throughout Hong Kong’s history, Hongkongers have fought for freedom and democracy but have yet to succeed. In 2019, a controversial extradition bill was introduced that would allow Hongkongers to be tried in mainland China. This decision spurred massive protests, riots, and resistance against heavy-handed Chinese rule over the City-State. Award-winning director Kiwi Chow documents the events to tell the story of the movement, with both a macro view of its historical context and footage and interviews from protestors on the front lines.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

Runtime

152 mins

Rating

8.3/10

Release Date

22 November 2021

Country

Hong Kong

Cast

Hongkongers

Hongkongers

Self

Benny Tai Yiu-ting

Benny Tai Yiu-ting

Self

Gwyneth Ho

Gwyneth Ho

Self

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