Anti-XRL Campaign - Media Perspective (2010): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2010, Anti-XRL Campaign - Media Perspective is a documentary film directed by Fredie Chan, running about 55 minutes.

What it’s about. In late 2009, over twenty Hong Kong civic groups united as the "Anti-High-Speed Rail, Stop Funding" coalition, aiming to halt Legislative Council approval of the HKD 66.9 billion Express Rail Link amid deep social rifts. The "Post-80s Anti-High-Speed Rail Youth" group drew thousands of young people with their slogan “Defend Our Homeland, Protest with Joy,” leading to three funding suspensions that surprised the public. Media coverage was intense and innovative, featuring rare camera angles and lively online debate among journalists. This documentary explores how reporters shaped the movement, their emotional involvement, and the dynamic relationship between the media and activists during Hong Kong’s pivotal 2009–10 protests.

Who’s in it. Anti-XRL Campaign - Media Perspective stars Shiu Ka-chun as Self, Ronson Chan as Self, Eddie Chu Hoi-dick as Self and Manson Chum as Self.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Anti-XRL Campaign - Media Perspective has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Anti-XRL Campaign - Media Perspective page.

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