An award-winning Myanmar short film entitled “The Way” created by the Myanmar singer and composer Lynn Lynn will have its premier this weekend in the USA.

The musical film will have its screening at the New United Federal Union fundraising event. This event will also showcase ethnic family films and ethnic dances. The fundraising event will be held on 26 August from 3 pm to 8 pm at Folsom City Hall 50, Natomas St, Folsom CA 95630, Sacramento, California, USA, according to a post on the film’s Facebook page.

On his official Facebook account, filmmaker and singer Lynn Lynn announced that the musical film will be screened for “revolutionaries abroad” at this time. The proceeds from the film will be dedicated to providing healthcare, education, and rehabilitation support to elderly internally displaced persons (IDPs) and children in Myanmar.

The musical is a groundbreaking film that showcases the talents of 19 revolutionary individuals, including Lynn Lynn’s wife renowned actress Chit Thu Wai, Myat Noe Aye, and actors Aung Myint Myat and Russell. Remarkably, the entire film was captured using only two mobile phones, adding to its unique and innovative approach.

Arrest warrants were issued for Lynn Lynn and Chit Thu Wai over their opposition to the 2021 military coup, and their house was sealed off by the Military Council after the takeover, according to a media report. Since that time, the couple have participated in the revolution against the junta through their art and promotion of fundraising campaigns.

"The Way" has received remarkable success and acclaim in the film industry. It received the prestigious Best Mobile Phone Feature Film Award at the renowned Cannes World Film Festival. Additionally, the film was honoured with the titles of Best Musical Film and Best First Time Director (Feature). Its outstanding soundtrack also earned recognition, winning the Best Song award at the esteemed international Festigious Film Festival. Furthermore, "The Way" triumphed at the World Film Carnival in Singapore, securing three awards.

Due to pressure from the Myanmar Military Council, all the individuals involved in this film are reported to be currently seeking refuge on the Thai border as they face the threat of arrest and violence.