Sidney Ken
Directing
Biography
Sidney Ken is an award-winning Cambodian director and commercial colorist based in Phnom Penh. Sidney’s body of work primarily centers on documentaries that examine social change, culture, and environmental issues, alongside commercially branded documentaries and digital content. His acclaimed short documentary “Respoken” (2024), co-directed with Thai Phirun Hul, explores the revival of Lakhon Niyeay, Cambodia’s spoken theater tradition, through the eyes of a small group of passionate artists. The movie premiered at the 13th Chaktomuk Short Film Festival and went on to win Best Documentary at the 4th Cambodia National Short Film Festival, as well as Best Short Film and Best Short Film Director at the 3rd Cambodia Asian Film Festival.
Known For
Short-documentary about a visionary actor and his team fight to revive Lakhon Niyeay (Spoken Theater) in Cambodia, facing personal and professional challenges, as he prepares for a major show after six years amidst an uncertain future.
Respoken
Two childhood best friends reconnect after years of separation. Chay, a Phnom Penh resident, helps Lyer, who comes from the countryside, get a job as a projectionist in the city. A film screening prompts them to wonder about their future together.
The Orange
Cool Like Us is a documentary series that dives into the rise of Cambodia's new wave of artists: YCN Tomie, YCN Dizzy, YCN Rakhie, All3rgy, Hasha, Mut Phearin and Meezy24k together known as La Cima Cartel.
Cool Like Us: La Cima Series
A provincial student moves to Phnom Penh for university and spends beyond his means to fit in with wealthier classmates. When his money runs out, his priorities change.
Fine City
June, a night-working man, runs into July, a mysterious lady. As both find each other bonding, they run away from gangsters and spend the night together only for July to disappear in the morning.