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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

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