Vietnamese films shown in Hawaii
03:00, 2015/06/24
The Hawaii International Film Festival will screen six Vietnamese movies during its run from July 5 to 10.
One selection, Bao Gio Cho Den Thang Muoi (When the Tenth Month Comes) by Dang Nhat Minh, was the first Vietnamese feature film to be shown in a US film festival. It won the jury panel's Special Prize at the Hawaii International Film Festival in 1985.
Jeanette Hereniko, the festival's founder and president of the Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema, selected the films.
Thirty years after When the Tenth Month Comes made its debut, Hawaii's connection to Vietnamese cinema continues to thrive. The Vietnamese Government's Cinematography Department will start a tour of the US in Honolulu.
The festival provides American audiences an opportunity to see Vietnamese contemporary movies, said Hereniko. She also selected Trung So (Jackpot); Khat Vong Thang Long (The Prince and Pagoda Boy); Nhung Dua Con Cua Lang (Children of The Village); Hiep Si Mu (Lost Eyes); Bi Mat Tham Do (Scandal 1) and Hao Quang Tro Lai (Scandal 2).
The screenings will be held at the Dorisk Duke Theatre. An exhibition called Destinations for Shooting in Vietnam will open on July 5 at at the Honolulu Museum of Art and the University of Hawaii System will hold a workshop on filmmaking co-operation between Vietnam and the US on July 6.
Jackpot is a heartfelt comedy directed by Vietnamese-American Dustin Nguyen, who is known in the US for his roles on 21 Jump Street and V.I.P.
The movie Children of the Village, directed by Nguyen Duc Viet, is a post-war story about a village in central Vietnam being screened outside Vietnam for the first time. Thap, a former guerrilla leader who survived a massacre, cannot forget the pain of war.
The Prince and Pagoda Boy was released in 2010 to mark the 1000th anniversary of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel and was Vietnam's 2011 entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the US Academy Awards.
Jeanette Hereniko, the festival's founder and president of the Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema, selected the films.
Thirty years after When the Tenth Month Comes made its debut, Hawaii's connection to Vietnamese cinema continues to thrive. The Vietnamese Government's Cinematography Department will start a tour of the US in Honolulu.
The festival provides American audiences an opportunity to see Vietnamese contemporary movies, said Hereniko. She also selected Trung So (Jackpot); Khat Vong Thang Long (The Prince and Pagoda Boy); Nhung Dua Con Cua Lang (Children of The Village); Hiep Si Mu (Lost Eyes); Bi Mat Tham Do (Scandal 1) and Hao Quang Tro Lai (Scandal 2).
A scene of Khat Vong Thang Long (The Prince and Pagoda Boy) movie
|
Jackpot is a heartfelt comedy directed by Vietnamese-American Dustin Nguyen, who is known in the US for his roles on 21 Jump Street and V.I.P.
The movie Children of the Village, directed by Nguyen Duc Viet, is a post-war story about a village in central Vietnam being screened outside Vietnam for the first time. Thap, a former guerrilla leader who survived a massacre, cannot forget the pain of war.
The Prince and Pagoda Boy was released in 2010 to mark the 1000th anniversary of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel and was Vietnam's 2011 entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the US Academy Awards.
15:25, 2025/01/17
Behold the unique collection of snake lacquer statues
Step into Vietnamese tradition and craftsmanship with the enchanting “Thach Ong Xa” collection of lacquered statues in celebration of the Year of the Snake, 2025.
21:28, 2025/01/13
Young voices celebrate and preserve Hanoi’s cultural heritage
The "Voice of Heritage" finale celebrated Hanoi's cultural soul as 14 student teams passionately brought the city's rich history to life.
16:23, 2025/01/06
A glimpse of the 24K gold Lunar New Year 2025 Snake Mascot
As the Year of the Snake draws near in 2025, this revered creature takes on a special significance, symbolizing prosperity, smooth transitions and success for the coming year.
22:29, 2025/01/01
Hanoi celebrates New Year 2025 with art exhibitions
Art exhibitions are a great way to hang out during Hanoi's New Year celebrations.
11:38, 2024/12/31
Countdown events and fireworks to welcome New Year 2025 in Hanoi
With the New Year just around the corner, let The Hanoi Times take you on a tour of the most exciting celebrations taking place in Hanoi!
21:56, 2024/12/29
"Pho Ganh" vendor sculpture represents Hanoi's culinary street
A bronze statue of a street vendor has been erected on Hanoi's food street as a way to honor pho, a unique and popular specialty in the capital.