In Cambodia, Neang, an indigenous mother, strives to rebuild her life after her village was flooded by a dam reservoir. Despite pressure from the government and industries to abandon her ancestral land, Neang fights to keep her community together and preserve her roots. Through memories, daily gestures, and a deep connection with nature, the film tells a story of female resilience and resistance, marked by the transition from a collective, land-rooted culture to an increasingly individualistic and capitalist society.

Polen Ly (1989, Cambodia) left medical school in 2012 to pursue filmmaking. His award-winning short films and documentaries – focused on social issues, environment, and indigenous rights – have premiered at Tropfest SEA (top prize 2015), Locarno, Berlinale, and IDFA.