Must-see films

Since the 2010s, Burma has produced a number of critically acclaimed and popular films. Here are some of the most important ones from the last ten years.

2010 saw the release of "The Lady", a biographical drama about Aung San Suu Kyi starring Michelle Yeoh. The film was a hit both in Burma and internationally, and helped raise awareness of Suu Kyi's story and the plight of the Burmese people.

In 2011, " Burma VJ " was released. The documentary tells the story of a group of video journalists who risked their lives to document the 2007 Saffron Revolution. The film won a number of awards, including an Oscar nomination.

"The Rocket" came out in 2013, and told the story of a young boy in Burma who must find a way to save his village from being relocated by the government. The film was a hit with audiences and critics, and won several awards.

"The Journey" was released in 2014, and tells the story of a group of Burmese refugees who embark on a dangerous journey to Malaysia in search of a better life. The film was praised for its realistic portrayal of the refugees' experiences.

"Rak Ti Khon Kaen" came out in 2015, and tells the story of a group of Thai and Burmese migrant workers who form a bond as they travel to Thailand to find work. The film won a number of awards, including the top prize at the Venice Film Festival

"Nerakhoon" (also known as "The Betrayal") was released in 2016, and tells the story of a family of Burmese refugees who are resettled in the United States. The film was praised for its realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by refugees.

"The Silent War" came out in 2018, and tells the story of a group of Burmese soldiers who are sent to fight in the Kachin War. The film was a hit with audiences and critics, and won several awards.