The film depicts the journey of a woman who returns to Vietnam from Germany, carrying the ashes of her estranged husband.
Lan, who was born and raised in Hanoi, studied urban planning at Hanoi Architectural University before teaching himself the art of filmmaking. He has already gained recognition for his short films, having presented Another City in 2016 and Blessed Land in 2019 at the Berlinale. Cu Li Khong Bao Gio Khoc marks his debut as a feature film director.
Since 2006, the Berlinale has been dedicated to supporting emerging filmmakers through the GWFF Best First Feature Award. This prestigious award is accompanied by a generous prize of 50,000 euros, donated by GWFF (Gesellschaft zur Wahrnehmung von Film- und Fernsehrechten), an organization committed to protecting film and television rights. For the year 2024, a total of 16 debut directorial feature films from various sections such as Competition, Encounters, Panorama, Forum, and Generation have been nominated for the award.
Painting contest held for buffaloes joining ploughing festival in Ha Nam
A buffalo painting contest for the Doi Son Tich Dien (ploughing) Festivalwas held on February 10, or the sixth day of the Lunar New Year in Doi Son commune, Duy Tien district, the northern province of Ha Nam.
Pho Hien folk cultural festival kicks off in Hung Yen
The Pho Hien Folk Cultural Festival opened in the northern province of Hung Yen on April 21.
Sam Son sea festival slated for April 21
The 2018 sea festival of Sam Son city of the north central coastal province of Thanh Hoa will take place on April 21, heard a press conference held in the city on April 12.
Ha Long Carnival opens in Quang Ninh
The Ha Long Carnival, a highlight of the Ha Long – Quang Ninh tourism week 2019, opened in Bai Chay and Hon Gai tourism area in the northern province of Quang Ninh on April 28.
Tam Chuc Pagoda – Ancient beauty amidst majestic scenery
Covering 5,100 ha, Tam Chuc complex is a perfect combination of ancient beauty and the mighty of the immense mountain.
