Lessons in DissentMovie
A vivid portrait of a generation of Hong Kongers committed to creating a new more democratic Hong Kong. Schoolboy Joshua Wong dedicates himself to stopping the introduction of National Education. Whilst former classmate Ma Jai fights against political oppression on the streets and in the courts. Catapulting the viewer on to the streets of Hong Kong and into the heart of the action. The viewer is confronted with Hong Kong's oppressive heat, stifling humidity and air thick with dissent. Filmed over 18 months this is a kaleidoscopic, visceral experience of their epic struggle.
About Lessons in Dissent
Lessons in Dissent is a 2014 documentary movie directed by Matthew Torne.
The production information lists a runtime of 1h 38m, production credits from Hong Kong, United Kingdom, an original language code of EN.
The credited cast includes Joshua Wong, Wan Ke Ma. The synopsis above summarizes the central premise without adding details beyond the available title information.
