The Death of a King

This film captures the national mourning in Cambodia during the funeral of King-Father Norodom Sihanouk in 2013. It documents the emotional response of millions of Cambodians as they gathered in Phnom Penh to grieve their leader's passing. The film's concept revolves around a challenge issued by Ono, asking audiences to stare at a black screen, exploring the notion of collective will and the power of shared grief.

The visual approach taken in The Death of a King offers a stark representation of the profound loss felt by the Cambodian people. The film encourages viewers to reflect on the nature of absence and presence, questioning what it means to witness an image fade away. This exploration of communal experience provides a unique perspective on the role of the audience in shaping the cinematic experience.