400-strong orchestra keeps playing while getting teargassed by Paris police

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Why it worked

The video captures a high-tension, visually striking moment of defiance that combines cultural relevance with raw, real-world conflict.

Summary

A large orchestra continues to perform in Paris while being teargassed by police during a protest. The video documents the musicians' act of solidarity amidst civil unrest.

Structure

1Orchestra performs in public square
2Police deploy tear gas
3Musicians continue playing through the smoke

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400-strong orchestra keeps playing while getting teargassed by Paris police

Original caption

Some 400 musicians from the Orchestre du Nouveau Monde were teargassed by Paris police while performing The Hanging Tree from The Hunger Games at Place de la Republique in solidarity with protesters. Violent clashes have erupted across France amid growing frustration over the rising cost of living. #France #Paris #protest #StraitsTimes