
S5 Episode 7 - "Less Than Zero"
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The Illusion of Power: Sihanouk's Role in Khmer Rouge Cambodia
This chapter chronicles Prince Sihanouk's return to Cambodia in 1975, where he initially celebrated as a liberator soon finds himself imprisoned in a ceremonial role under the oppressive Khmer Rouge regime. It explores the stark juxtaposition between his privileged life and the suffering of his people, prompting a deep reflection on the tragic transformation of Cambodia.
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