In the Life of Music

"In the Life of Music" is an incredibly beautiful and touching story. Wonderfully woven, the music composition, sounds, and narrative...So many layers of emotion---humor, sadness, nostalgia, and hope---I felt it all. I hope everyone has a chance to see it. As a second generation Khmer American, it is incredibly uplifting to see the arts, particularly the cinematic arts, growing in the Khmer diaspora. Pre-war Cambodia, the Khmer Regime, and post-genocide to now...I think we are seeing the start of a new era of stories and artists emerging alongside paying homage to the music, language, and traditions of Cambodia. When people think of "Cambodia", it won't just be about the killing fields or Angkor Wat, but because of films like these, we can also show the richness, potential, and resilience of a people.