Vietnamese Film Week to debut in Middle East

VOV.VN - A Vietnamese Film Week will be introduced for the first time at World Expo 2020 Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from December 30 to January 5, 2022, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

The ministry in collaboration with a number of relevant units will introduce seven outstanding films from Vietnamese cinema over recent years to international audiences.

The films to be shown include Bo Gia (Dad, I’m sorry), Hai Phuong (Furie), Cha Cong Con (Father carries son), Mat Biec (Dreamy Eyes), Cuoc Doi Cua Yen (Yen’s life), Co Ba Sai Gon (The Tailor), and Hoa Vang Tren Co Xanh  (Yellow Flowers on the Green Grass)

Nguyen Phuong Hoa, director general of the Department of International Cooperation under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, said the screening of these films will help elevate the image of Vietnam – a peaceful and dynamic country that attaches great importance to preserving the national identity and upholding the values ​​of humanity.

Vietnamese films will be screened with both English and Arabic subtitles.

Vietnamese Film Week will feature diverse activities such as a parade, an art programme, and the screening of a film about the legend of Lac Long Quan (Dragon King) and Au Co (Phoenix Queen) who were believed to be the ancestors of the Vietnamese nation.

As the world's leading cultural fair, EXPO 2020 Dubai has welcomed more than 6.3 million visitors as of mid-December, with over 10,000 events organised in October and November alone.

The highlights of the EXPO are a range of special cultural, artistic, and sporting events that attract the participation of famous international stars such as female singer Alicia Keys, football superstar Lionel Messi, and the World Choir.

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