The Third Wife is about the struggle of 14-year-old Mây who enters into an arranged marriage with a much older man in late 19th-century rural Việt Nam. — Photo tiff.net Viet Nam News TORONTO — The debut feature by Nguyễn Phương Anh (a.k.a. Ash Mayfair) – a writer-director based in New York and Việt Nam – The Third Wife, won the NETPAC award at the Toronto International Film Festival 2018 on Sunday. The award is presented to the best Asian feature film by a jury from the Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema (NETPAC). Set in late-19th century rural Việt Nam, The Third Wife is the story of 14-year-old Mây (played by actress Nguyễn Phương Trà My) who struggles with family politics, her own agency, and the prospect of motherhood after she becomes the third wife of a wealthy landowner. The 96-minute feature stars renowned Vietnamese female actresses like Như Quỳnh, Trần Nữ … [Read more...] about The Third Wife wins Toronto International Film Festival award
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Vietnamese students invited to attend short-film making contest in Japan
At the award ceremony of the 12th short-film making contest for Vietnamese students in 2017 (source: http://cand.com.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese students whose films won high prizes at the 12th short-film making contest for Vietnamese students have been invited to attend another contest to be held in Japan in November. “Trach nhiem ban than voi gia dinh” (Personal responsibility for family), a short film made by a group of students from Hanoi-based Birla orphanage, won the first prize at the 12th short-film making contest for Vietnamese students. “Im Lang” (Silent) by pupils from Thang Long secondary school and “Thoi gian” (Time) by students from Viet Duc high school in Hanoi got the second and third prizes, respectively. The contest, designed for students of secondary and high schools, was initiated by Vietnam-Japan and Japan-Vietnam Special Ambassador Ryotaro Sugi. By making a three-minutes film, students will … [Read more...] about Vietnamese students invited to attend short-film making contest in Japan
HCM City Television launches film contest for youth
Movie star and film producer Trương Ngọc Ánh participates in the jury of HTV Short Film Awards 2018, which was launched by HCM City Television to encourage young filmmakers to develop their talent in the field. — Photo courtesy of TNA EntertainmentViet Nam News HCM CITY — Young amateur filmmakers aged 18-35 are eligible to participate in the first HTV Short Film Awards 2018, launched in HCM City this week. The contest includes two categories: short films and TV ads. Short films (15 minutes or less) on social issues will feature stories related to young people and their hopes and dreams. Advertising films (30 seconds) will offer messages to all kinds of communities. Stories about youth and their difficulties in life, study and love are expected to be featured. Films should include at least one poster each. Organised by HCM City Television (HTV), in co-operation with its private studio partners, the … [Read more...] about HCM City Television launches film contest for youth
Film screening at French Cultural Center this weekend
Film screening at French Cultural Center this weekendThe Saigon Times Daily L’Espace will screen Le Tableau by director Jean-François Laguionie on Sunday evening - PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZER HCMC - The French cultural center L'Espace in Hanoi will screen favorite French films this weekend, allowing Hanoi audience to indulge in French culture, lifestyle and arts. On Sunday, August 12, L'Espace will present a collection of eight cartoons produced by Folimage, starting at 3:30 p.m. Among the films, Le Tableau by senior French director Jean-François Laguionie is a special treat and will be screened at 6 p.m. Adagio-beated, mysterious and thrilling, this feature tells a story of many meaning layers and satisfies those who love fine art. Le Tableau is a feature-length film using both animation and live-action. The film has high concept and tells profound philosophical themes. The plot revolves around a group of half-drawn characters in a painting set off to … [Read more...] about Film screening at French Cultural Center this weekend
HCMC to host short film festival
HCMC to host short film festival A screening by Future Shorts in HCMC attracts many short film lovers - PHOTO: COURTESY OF FUTURE SHORTS The world’s largest short film network Future Shorts will hold a short film festival at Saigon Outcast in HCMC’s District 2 this Friday, with a two-hour screening of the world’s and Vietnam’s finest short films. Working across exhibition, distribution and experimental events, Future Shorts is the product of 10 years of audience development, experimentation and reacting to the demand for another way to experience films. It was established 13 years ago in the UK and currently grew its footprint to about 100 cities in 40 countries. This year, Future Shorts is partnering with The Spectacle Saigon, a collective of artists and organizers based in HCMC, to bring its quarterly selected program to Vietnamese and international audiences who are passionate for films and cinema. It will accommodate five films selected by the … [Read more...] about HCMC to host short film festival