Cinéma // The Man Who Built Cambodia + Q&A with director Christopher Rompré

Schedule

Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm

UTC+07:00

Location

218, Keo Chea (St. 184), Phnom Penh, Cambodia 12211 | Phnom Penh, PP

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The Man Who Built Cambodia, de Christopher Rompré (2017)
🗣️ Suivi d'une discussion avec Christopher Rompré
Version originale (en français et anglais)
35 minutes
🎦🇰🇭 Découvrez l'histoire fascinante de l'homme qui a dessiné le Cambodge moderne, et plongez dans l'œuvre de l'architecte visionnaire Vann Molyvann, maître de la Nouvelle Architecture Khmère. Ses bâtiments emblématiques (Stade Olympique, Salle de Conférence Chaktomuk...) ont symbolisé l'âge d'or de l'indépendance. Ce documentaire poignant explore non seulement son génie, mais aussi son combat pour la préservation de son héritage face au développement urbain effréné. Un film essentiel sur la mémoire, l'identité et la résilience.
Cette séance est suivie d'une discussion avec le réalisateur Christopher Rompré (en anglais) et fait partie du cycle sur l'architecture, en parallèle de l'exposition "ADAPTATION(S)"
Samedi 02 mai à 14h
Entrée libre
🔗 https://www.ifcambodge.com/event-rsvp/man-who-built-cambodia-ifc/
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The Man Who Built Cambodia, de Christopher Rompré (2017)
🗣️ Screening followed by a Q&A with director Christopher Rompré
Original version (in English and French)
35 minutes
🎦🇰🇭 Discover the fascinating story of the man who shaped modern Cambodia and immerse yourself in the work of visionary architect Vann Molyvann, master of New Khmer Architecture. His iconic buildings (Olympic Stadium, Chaktomuk Conference Hall, etc.) symbolized the golden age of independence. This poignant documentary explores not only his genius but also his struggle to preserve his legacy in the face of rampant urban development. An essential film about memory, identity, and resilience.
This screening is followed by a Q&A with Christopher Rompré and is part of the series of event that explore contemporary architecture, linked to the exhibition "ADAPTATION(S)"
IFC Cinema | Saturday, May 02nd at 2pm
Free Entry
🔗 https://www.ifcambodge.com/event-rsvp/man-who-built-cambodia-ifc/
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