Question 1

Which festival gave 'Burma VJ' its first major recognition?

Accepted Answer

The film screened at CPH:DOX in 2008, marking its festival debut.

Question 2

What risks did the Burmese video journalists face to report the news?

Accepted Answer

They risked torture and life in jail to deliver footage from the closed country.

Question 3

Who directed 'Burma VJ: Reporting from a Closed Country'?

Accepted Answer

The film was directed by acclaimed filmmaker Anders Østergaard.

Question 4

Which Academy Award did 'Burma VJ' compete for?

Accepted Answer

It was recognized by the Academy Awards in 2010.

Question 5

What real-life figures appear as themselves in the film?

Accepted Answer

The documentary features archive footage of George W. Bush and appearances by Aung San Suu Kyi and Ko Muang as themselves.

Burma VJ: Reporting from a Closed Country

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