Born Warriors examines the traditional sport and right of passage of Lethwei, in Myanmar. Lethwei is an ancient combat sport- traditional bare-knuckle boxing. The movie examines the sport itself as well as the challenges facing it as Myanmar has changed over time and what it means to the people to whom the tradition belongs.
“Born Warriors Redux returns to the indigenous Burmese sport of Lethwei as it faces an unusual series of challenges stemming from the opening of Myanmar to the outside world. Lethwei is an ancient sport that once prepared men for combat and served as a rite of passage into manhood. Today, the sport is a symbol of prowess and strength for the people of Myanmar, who for decades have been beaten down and stripped of their pride and dignity by a brutal military dictatorship. This fascinating first-hand account of Lethwei was filmed in various locations throughout Myanmar.”
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