

OHMS! Protest! A Celebration of Resistance
2023-05-26 · 31 min · Not rated
The film highlights the New Zealand student-led movement against compulsory military training during the Vietnam War. Led by 19-year-old Robert Reid, it brought together activists and diverse communities in a historic protest. Featuring interviews with those involved it is a reminder of the power of activism and ordinary people standing up for what they believe in.
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- Anna Cottrell
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- AC Productions
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- New Zealand
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- Released
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