Khmer Rouge art legacy

The Khmer Rouge’s art legacy is marked by propaganda that promoted their brutal ideology and regime. During their rule (1975-1979), art was used as a tool for ideological indoctrination, often featuring simplistic, graphic imagery that glorified the Khmer Rouge's vision of a agrarian utopia and vilified enemies. After their fall, this art became a somber reminder of the atrocities committed, reflecting both the regime’s propaganda and suppressed expressions of suffering. Today, Khmer Rouge art is studied to understand the regime’s influence on culture and memory, serving as a powerful testament to the importance of artistic expression in history and reconciliation.