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Frontline S38E12 — Battle for Hong Kong
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Frontline•Season 38•Episode 12

Battle for Hong Kong

7.4/10 · 49 votesFeb 11, 2020

Ranked #9 of 21 in Season 38•+0.2 vs season avg

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FRONTLINE goes inside the battle for Hong Kong, following protesters through the most intense clashes over several months of pro-democracy protests. The film examines their struggle against what they say is growing influence from the communist government of mainland China.

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Episode Summary

"Battle for Hong Kong" is episode 12 of Frontline season 38. It scored 7.4/10 from 49 votes, ranking #9 of 21 episodes this season (season average 7.2). It aired on February 11, 2020.

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