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First They Killed My Father
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First They Killed My Father

2017-02-18 · 136 min · ★ 7.4

War · 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.

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Directors
Angelina Jolie
Production companies
Bophana Production
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 24,000,000

Top Cast

Sareum Srey MochLoung
Phoeung KompheakPhoeung KompheakPa
Sveng SocheataSveng SocheataMa
Mun KimhakKim
Heng DaraMeng
Khoun SotheaKhouy
Sarun NikaGeak
Run MalynaChaou
Oun Srey NeangKeav
Horm Chhora
Nout Sophal
Tharoth SamTharoth SamKhmer Rouge Leader
Rous MonyRous Mony

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