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the betrayal
The directorial debut of renowned cinematographer Ellen Kuras, The Betrayal is an extraordinary documentary, 23-years in the making, about a family's epic journey from war-torn Laos to the mean streets of New York.
Directed by Ellen Kuras Co-Directed by Thavisouk Phrasavath 2008, 96 minutes "Exquisitely beautiful and emotionally compelling." - Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times "Resolutely gripping." - Scott Foundas, Variety "Artfully blends the personal and the political. Packs an emotional wallop." - David Ansen, Newsweek |