In line with the schedule, by June 30 the Vietnamese film will have been shown in 42 countries and 10 territories around the world.
According to the film producer, 578 Magnum is being released through the issuers in the UK and Germany, with the target this year for the film to be available in 62 countries and earn an estimated US$2.63 million in the process.
On February 16 the Vietnamese movie was first introduced to film distributors globally at the Berlin International Film Festival.
Previously 578 Magnum made its debut to international audiences in November 2022, at the 26th Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (POFF) held in Estonia.
The local film will continue to take part in festivals in the United States, Canada, and Greece.
Directed by Luong Dinh Dung, 578 Magnum tells the story of a father, a container truck driver, who is driven to hunt down a gang of underground criminals that have kidnapped his daughter.
The cast is led by Alexandre Nguyen and features the likes of Hoang Phuc, model Jessica Minh Anh, and former Miss Universe Vietnam H’Hen Nie.
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Highlight entertainments of the week
The three events will entertain locals and expats during the social distancing period.
