Review of Enemies of the People (2009) by Bank K — 26 May 2011

Historical documentary about Khmer Rouge "Enemies of the People" is absolutely powerful, yet highly corrosive and intense.

This review of Enemies of the People (2009) was written by Bank K on 26 May 2011.

Enemies of the People has generally received very positive reviews.

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By David Noh (869) for Film Journal International (5,095) on 03 Aug 2010

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By David Edwards (979) for Daily Mirror (UK) (1,133) on 10 Dec 2010

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By Ryan B (2,114) on 10 Aug 2010

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By Matthew Turner (2,508) for ViewLondon (2,339) on 08 Dec 2010

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