Free movie screening during 17th Vietnam Film Festival

 

The recently completed film “Mùi Cỏ Cháy” (The Smell of Burned Grass) has been chosen as the opening film for this year's movie week. This film, inspired by the diaries of war martyrs such as Nguyen Van Thac, Dang Thuy Tram, and Hoang Thuong Lan, vividly depicts the Vietnam War, engaging audiences, particularly younger generations and international viewers unfamiliar with the historical context. “Mùi Cỏ Cháy” serves as a heartfelt tribute to the heroic youth of Vietnam who sacrificed their lives during the American War for independence and reunification.

 

 

 

A scene from "Mùi Cỏ Cháy" film

 

Sixteen other films featured in this movie week include titles like “Cánh Đồng Bất Tận” (Floating Lives), “Vượt Qua Bến Thượng Hải” (Across Shanghai), “Cô Dâu Đại Chiến” (Bride’s War), and “Để Mai Tính” (Fool or Love), all of which have been released and well-received in cinemas over the past two years. The diverse genres represented—from social dramas to romantic comedies—are expected to deliver an exciting cinematic experience.

 

 

 

Prominent Vietnamese artists at the Vietnam Film Festival

 

The 20th Vietnam Film Festival is set to take place in Tuy Hoa, Phu Yen, from December 14th to 18th, 2025. This annual cultural event is highly anticipated by cinema enthusiasts across Vietnam and plays a significant role in promoting the professional development of the Vietnamese film industry.

 

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