Rithy Lomorpich
Directing
Biography
Lomorpich Rithy is an independent filmmaker from Cambodia. She’s the founder of Plerng Kob, which launched multiple fundraisers to preserve Cambodia’s art heritage. She won best screenplay for Young Love at the 6th National Film Festival, as well as the Jury special award for a Directorial Debut.
Known For
The stubborn and feisty Mamang is back in town after 20 years to organize her funeral. But she wants to be cremated against all odds...
Silig
A Fistful of Pebbles won the 3rd prize in the SEA Tropfest Film Festival 2015. The story is about a mysterious man who finds himself in the muddy monsoon in a village terrorized by a local gangster. When he’s unwittingly drawn into the village’s problem and the beautiful daughter of the village Chief is about to be taken, the hero takes matters into his own hands… with a fistful of pebbles.
A Fistful Of Pebbles
Samuth is the only child in a family who depends on fishing in Kampot province. One day, he bumps into a young man named Veatu, who later becomes his reliable friend with whom he can share his thoughts. As the two spend time together, just like the waves hit the surface of the sea, an unexpected romance blossoms between them. What will happen when a huge wave comes? Will it wash their relationship away, or will their bond get stronger?
Love of The Sea
Kali a 16 year old girl in Phnom Penh Cambodia who lives with her grandmother, but looks forward to her estranged mother's letters every day. With her three close friends, Rith Sopheak and Beta, all enjoying their schooling, things change after Kali meets Vera, a handsome senior. The two begin to get to know each other and experience the joys and pains of young love