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Art show shines spotlight on women
Publication date 26 September 2021 | 21:07 | ICT

The video shows a woman covered from head to toe in traditional Khmer fabrics removes layer upon layer of cloth, finally unveiling her true identity wearing modern clothing and make-up, with a soundtrack that reflects the boundaries

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