Leaving Fear Behind
Originally released in 2008. Leaving Fear Behind is a documentary film. directed by Dhondup Wangchen. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Leaving Fear Behind (in Tibetan, Jigdrel) is a documentary shot by Tibetans from inside Tibet, who wanted to have Tibetan voices heard ahead of the Beijing Olympic Games in 2008 with the global spotlight on China. The filming concluded on the eve of the eruption of unprecedented mass Tibetan protests across the Tibetan plateau. Shot primarily in the eastern provinces of Tibet, the film provides a glimpse into the hearts and minds of the Tibetan people and their longstanding resentment of Chinese policies in Tibet. The footage was smuggled out of Tibet, and the filmmakers were detained soon after getting the tapes out.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 5, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
0h 25m
25 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
BO
Original language
Country
Switzerland
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- BO
Production Companies
- Filming For Tibet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leaving Fear Behind about?
Leaving Fear Behind (in Tibetan, Jigdrel) is a documentary shot by Tibetans from inside Tibet, who wanted to have Tibetan voices heard ahead of the Beijing Olympic Games in 2008 with the global spo...
Who directed Leaving Fear Behind?
Leaving Fear Behind was directed by Dhondup Wangchen.
How long is Leaving Fear Behind?
Leaving Fear Behind has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
When was Leaving Fear Behind released?
Leaving Fear Behind was released on August 5, 2008 in theaters.