# Event Details - **Event Name**: CLOSING - For a Smile of the Future: 50 years after the fall of Phnom Penh - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 03 Dec, 2025 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 03 Dec, 2025 at 09:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for an impactful evening of arts & education (film screening & photo exhibition), exploring the themes of Memory, Resilience & Hope.About this EventExperience a captivating documentary film screening "The Perfect Motion" alongside a moving photo exhibition "Through the Eye of the Storm" that offers intimate glimpses into Cambodia's journey.Explore themes of Memory, Resilience and Hope as we reflect on a significant chapter in history. This is more than just an event; it's a chance to engage with powerful stories that inspire and educate. The film director, Xavier de Lauzanne, and the curator of the exhibition, Iv Charbonneau-Ching, will be joining us. Don't miss this opportunity - Secure your ticket now and be part of this impactful experience!---Commemorating a Tragic HistoryOn April 17, 1975, Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, fell under the final assault of the Khmer Rouge, leading to a tragic genocide that targeted educated individuals and dismantled the country's educational infrastructure.While millions of inhabitants were forced onto the roads of slavery, hunger, and, for so many, death, hundreds of foreign nationals sought refuge within the walls of the French Embassy. Not knowing what fate awaited them, they sought to ward off fear by organizing, as best they could, their lives as castaways. Beyond the walls of the Embassy, they became powerless witnesses to a tragedy unfolding before their eyes.In light of the 50th commemoration of the fall of Phnom Penh, Pour un Sourire d'Enfant (PSE) /For a child’s smile organised this art exhibition, curated by Iv Charbonneau-Ching, to make these rare memories visible and audible, and invite visitors to reflect on the fragility of human lives in the face of violence, and on the vital need to transmit these experiences so they are not forgotten. More than a return to the past, it is a human encounter that still speaks to us today.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpIgGZQYuIIAgenda?: 06:15 PM - 06:30 PMCheck-in?: 06:30 PM - 08:15 PMFilm Documentary ScreeningHost: The Perfect MotionInfo: Directed by Xavier de Lauzanne, this documentary celebrates the revival of the Cambodian Royal Ballet and the remarkable efforts to preserve this vital aspect of Cambodian culture. The film highlights how the ballet has survived a tumultuous history, paying tribute to those who have fought to keep it alive.?: 08:15 PM - 08:30 PMQ & A with the Film DirectorHost: Xavier de LauzanneInfo: Xavier is a French director, producer, and screenwriter whose career is distinguished by an unwavering humanitarian commitment, particularly in Cambodia. His documentary films stand out for their profound human dimension, emotional sensitivity, and remarkable ability to illuminate inspiring stories of resilience and reconstruction in the face of adversity. Through his lens, Xavier transforms personal struggles into universal narratives of hope, making him one of contemporary France's most compelling documentary voices.?: 08:30 PM - 09:00 PMGuided Photo Exhibition: Through the Eye of the StormHost: Iv Charbonneau-ChingInfo: Iv is the curator of the exhibition and Franco-Cambodian documentary filmmaker. He teaches cinema and history at the French International School of Hong Kong, blending his cultural background wth his passion for visual arts. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chai-wan/closing-for-a-smile-of-the-future-50-years-after-the-fall-of-phnom-penh/100001772804057659 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, exhibitions, photography, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 296.77, max: 296.77, currency: HKD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chai Wan - **state**: HK - **country**: Hong Kong (SAR) - **location**: Two Taikoo Place - **lat**: 22.2827206 - **long**: 114.2123009 - **full address**: Two Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay, Chai Wan, Hong Kong (SAR) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CLOSING - For a Smile of the Future: 50 years after the fall of Phnom Penh - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0a6b11011ac8d8ef07360363118cc47b60f1c91618007eacbc64a621ed07c2c8-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1759873562 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CLOSING - For a Smile of the Future: 50 years after the fall of Phnom Penh being held? - **A:** CLOSING - For a Smile of the Future: 50 years after the fall of Phnom Penh takes place on Wed, 03 Dec, 2025 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 03 Dec, 2025 at 09:30 pm at Two Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay, Chai Wan, Hong Kong (SAR). - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for CLOSING - For a Smile of the Future: 50 years after the fall of Phnom Penh? - **A:** Tickets for CLOSING - For a Smile of the Future: 50 years after the fall of Phnom Penh are priced at HKD 297 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityCLOSING nightHKD 297 + HKD 17 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing CLOSING - For a Smile of the Future: 50 years after the fall of Phnom Penh? - **A:** CLOSING - For a Smile of the Future: 50 years after the fall of Phnom Penh is organized by PSE - Pour un Sourire d'Enfant/For a Child's Smile. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CLOSING - For a Smile of the Future: 50 years after the fall of Phnom Penh is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chai Wan, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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