The Waves That Changed Us
Survivors of the 2004 Tsunami in Indonesia share stories of loss and resilience and how they worked with friends from across the globe to rebuild lives and communities shattered by the deadly disaster.
The Waves That Changed Us - Indonesia: A Tsunami’s Toll
Survivors of the 2004 Tsunami in Indonesia share stories of loss and resilience and how they worked with friends from across the globe to rebuild lives and communities shattered by the deadly disaster.
The Waves That Changed Us
26th December, 2004 – A colossal earthquake triggers a massive tsunami that surges across the Indian Ocean, killing hundreds of thousands, binding communities in 14 countries in shared tragedy. The survivors would spend years mourning their loved ones, homes and livelihoods, while rebuilding their lives from the ruins. Twenty years on, this 4-part documentary series revisits the tsunami-stricken communities to explore the enduring impact of the disaster. Through personal stories from survivors, heroes, and politicians across Asia, the film explores the incredible resilience and humanity that emerged in the wake of the disaster.
As survivors confront their memories of the tragedy, and their arduous journey pushing against the tide towards recovery, they reflect on the waves of change that have shaped their lives over the past two decades.
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