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A French journalist uncovers the hidden atrocities of the Cambodian regime during an interview.
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Cannes Film Festival. Cambodia, 1978. Three French journalists are invited to interview the leader of the communist regime in the country. Behind the perfect facade, genocide and war threaten the government. Inspired by a true story.
"Meeting with Pol Pot - Selected for the Cannes 2024 Premiere Showcase, this historical drama, starring Irène Jacob (The Double Life of Véronique) and directed by Rithy Panh, recreates the journey of three French journalists to Cambodia in 1978. Inspired by the real accounts of reporter Elizabeth Becker, the film exposes the deceptive facade of the local communist regime, which concealed a devastating genocide. Among its highlights is the meticulous recreation of period settings, praised by critics and awarded at major international festivals."