What does it take to survive the unimaginable? Haing S. Ngor lost everything to the Khmer Rouge—his career, his wife, his freedom—but in the face of genocide, he forged an unbreakable will. Forced into labor camps where intellect meant execution, he developed raw resilience, emotional strength, and sheer grit. When he later starred in The Killing Fields, it wasn’t just acting—it was his truth, exposing Cambodia’s darkest chapter. But his story didn’t end with an Oscar; he became a voice for justice, fighting for those silenced by tyranny. Ngor’s legacy isn’t just about survival—it’s about defiance, courage, and the power of a single life to change the world. His story demands to be heard.

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Haing S. Ngor, Surviving the Killing Fields
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