Abstracts of Violence: Amiel Courtin-Wilson and Michael Cody's Ruin

Ruin shows us a Phnom Penh beyond the imperial architecture and postcard-perfect floating villages, capturing the desperation born of living in decrepit city streets. Through scenes redolent of fever dreams, the film tells the story of two young Cambodian lovers who become caught in the turbulent abyss of their former and inner lives. Scott McCulloch speaks to the directors regarding the realisation of their latest film and reflects on his own experiences as a local street caster for the production.

Additional keywords: Hail, third world, Third Cinema, arthouse, Australia.