Vietnamese Star Võ Điền Gia Huy Shines at US Film Festival with Coveted Special Jury Award

HANOI, Vietnam — Vietnamese actor Võ Điền Gia Huy earned the Special Jury Award at a prestigious film festival in the United States, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning career. The accolade was awarded during the Southeast Asian Film Festival held in Los Angeles, where submissions from various countries showcased their cinematic talents. Võ Điền gained recognition for his compelling performance in a drama that tackles complex social issues common in contemporary Vietnam. His portrayal resonated with both audiences and critics, leading to his selection for the award. The recognition not only highlights his … Read more

Vietnamese Filmmaker Vo Dien Gia Huy Shines with Special Jury Award at Prestigious US Film Festival

HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM — Vietnamese actor Vo Dien Gia Huy has garnered international recognition after receiving the Special Jury Award at a prominent U.S. film festival. This accolade highlights his outstanding performance and the growing visibility of Vietnamese cinema on the global stage. Gia Huy’s distinguished role was celebrated at the festival held in California, where numerous filmmakers and actors from various genres gathered to showcase their work. His portrayal has not only resonated with audiences but also caught the attention of critics, further enhancing the reputation of Vietnamese talent in the film … Read more

Vietnamese Investors File Lawsuit Over Alleged Conflicts in Immigration Visa Program Representation

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A group of Vietnamese investors has filed a federal lawsuit alleging that a law firm and two attorneys failed to navigate significant conflicts of interest while representing them in an immigration visa program tied to a redevelopment project in Gulfport, Mississippi. The lawsuit, lodged Tuesday in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, involves 14 plaintiffs who participated in the EB-5 program. This federal initiative offers a pathway to legal permanent residency in the United States through qualifying investments of $500,000 or $1 million, aimed at fostering job creation. … Read more

From Refugee Camp to Film Festival: New Documentary Explores Vietnamese Couple’s Journey Through Hollywood’s Lens

NEW YORK — A new short documentary, “We Were the Scenery,” offers a poignant glimpse into the historical intertwining of personal lives with cinematic history through the experiences of Cathy Linh Che’s parents. This film, which has earned accolades including the Short Film Jury Award for Nonfiction at the Sundance Film Festival, explores how Hoa Thi Le and Hue Nguyen Che, who escaped from Vietnam in 1975, inadvertently became part of Hollywood history. The couple found themselves working as extras in the legendary film “Apocalypse Now” while staying in a refugee camp in the Philippines. … Read more