About this movie
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.
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political activism
political activist
social activism
political documentary
hong kong protests
political biography
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Questions about Lessons in Dissent
How long is Lessons in Dissent?
Lessons in Dissent has a runtime of 1h 38m (1 hour and 38 minutes).
Who directed Lessons in Dissent?
Lessons in Dissent was directed by Matthew Torne and released in 2014.
What genre is Lessons in Dissent?
Lessons in Dissent is a Documentary film (2014).
Who stars in Lessons in Dissent?
The cast of Lessons in Dissent includes Joshua Wong, Wan Ke Ma.
