Through the film, one is also reminded about the significance and symbolism of the ‘ao dai’, an iconic Vietnamese silk costume worn by women. Amidst poverty and violence in mid-20th century Vietnam, an heirloom gown inspires hope – and sacrifice. The winner of Vietnamese Golden Kite and Busan International Film Festival 2006, The White Silk Dress follows a struggling family of six including four daughters against the backdrop of Vietnam in the 50’s during the French colonial rule. Besides a riveting storyline, the film also highlights the finesse and beauty of Vovinam (Vietnamese martial arts). However when traffickers kidnap her daughter from their village, vengeful Hai Phuong returns to Saigon – and her outlaw roots – to take down the abductors. Furie follows Hai Phuong, an ex-gangster who renounces her life of vice following the birth of her daughter. Get ready for an action-packed film directed by Le Van Kiet and starring popular Vietnamese actress – Ngo Thanh Van (Veronica Ngo). And the person that truly loves you.” Furie (Hai Phượng) And to quote the soul-breaking end, “In this life, there are two things you should never miss. The tone of the film also adopts an innocent and childlike narrative which lends itself to a tearjerker reminiscent of your own first love. Think sentimental love scenes against a picturesque backdrop of Vietnam bathed in golden light. In a cruel twist of fate, Ha Lan finally realises her biggest mistake, missing her chance to tell Ngan how she feels for him, as he gets on a train and leaves the hometown forever.Īlbeit cliché at times, the Netflix film makes up for it with breathtaking cinematography. Through heartbreak and betrayal, Ngan’s unrequited love for Ha Lan endures for a generation in this sweeping romance. Dreamy Eyes (Mắt Biếc)Īdapted from Nguyen Nhat Anh‘s novel of the same name and directed by award-winning director Victor Vu, Dreamy Eyes tells the story of a six-year-old boy Ngan (Tran Nghia) who falls in love with his childhood best friend Ha Lan (Truc Anh). In 2017, the film made global waves when it won a Golden Kite Prize by the Vietnam Cinematography Association for the best feature film, the highest distinction in Vietnamese cinema, best supporting actor ( Huynh Lap), best screenplay, best production design, and best music. From a love-hate relationship between a mother and a son to a reunion between soulmates, ‘ Saigon, I Love You‘ is a feel-good film that pays tribute to the sights, scenes and sounds of Saigon while revealing distinct cultural nuances. This award-winning romantic comedy film produced by Ly Minh Thang in 2016 connects five different love stories set in Saigon. Cue deprived wanderlusters missing this beautiful country! Saigon, I Love You (Sài Gòn, Anh Yêu Em) Beyond the film’s plot, the movie is set in the picturesque ancient capital of Hue and captures the natural beauty of the city. A tale of love and deceit masqueraded as perfect Vietnamese novelty. This sparks tension as untold secrets surface unravel themselves. The night before an antique auction, a family treasure is stolen. The plot revolves around the themes of fame, fortune and a love triangle between the three sisters of the royal Ly family – Ly Le Ha (Le Khanh), Ly Le Hong (Hong Van), and Ly Linh (Kaity Nguyen), famed for their antique collection and auction circles. ![]() Kicking off the list is newcomer Camellia Sisters, which premiered on Netflix on June 2021. So prepare that popcorn, get ready to acquaint yourself with these Vietnamese movies on Netflix! What better time to rest, relax and watch some tv eh? Camellia Sisters (Gái Già Lắm Chiêu) Despite being relatively nascent, Vietnam’s up-and-coming film industry has brought home multiple awards from Busan Film Festivals, Asian Film Festivals or Vegas Movie Awards, putting its name on the international market. Besides being one of the friendliest countries in the world, Vietnam also boasts mind-blowing landscapes, tantalising food culture, idiosyncratic city characters and last but not least a vibrant up-and-coming film industry.
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