Burma's Saffron Revolution (2008)

Ashin Yevata, a humble monk from Burma (Myanmar), helped lead the massive protests that spread throughout the country calling for change. Burma is one of the poorest countries in the world, strangled by its own despotic government. Forced labor, torture and systematic genocide are practiced by the ruthless Junta. Ashin was able to escape to the Burma-Thai border, where thousands of Burmese refugees live in fear of deportation and at the will of a corrupt police. He gathered footage from what he and his friends had as well as what he could find on the news.

Director: Ashin Yevata
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
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Country: Myanmar
Language: English, Burmese
Original Language: en

Keywords

burma, revolutionary war

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burma's Saffron Revolution about?
Ashin Yevata, a humble monk from Burma (Myanmar), helped lead the massive protests that spread throughout the country calling for change. Burma is one of the poorest countries in the world, strangled by its own despotic government. Forced labor, torture and systematic genocide are practiced by the ruthless Junta. Ashin was able to escape to the Burma-Thai border, where thousands of Burmese refugees live in fear of deportation and at the will of a corrupt police. He gathered footage from what he and his friends had as well as what he could find on the news.
Who directed Burma's Saffron Revolution?
Burma's Saffron Revolution was directed by Ashin Yevata.
Who stars in Burma's Saffron Revolution?
Burma's Saffron Revolution stars Ashin Yevata.
How long is Burma's Saffron Revolution?
Burma's Saffron Revolution has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is Burma's Saffron Revolution?
Burma's Saffron Revolution is a Documentary film.
Where was Burma's Saffron Revolution produced?
Burma's Saffron Revolution was produced in Myanmar.