Never Fall Down

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Set against the backdrop of Cambodia during the Khmer Rouge regime, the story follows Arn, a young boy whose carefree life is shattered when soldiers forcibly relocate his town. Separated from his family, he endures the horrors of a labor camp, witnessing the suffering and death of fellow children due to starvation and illness. As he navigates this brutal existence, Arn learns to survive by becoming invisible to the oppressive guards, highlighting themes of resilience and the loss of innocence amidst the chaos of war.