Film week marks 135th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh
The selected films aim to help the audience learn more about national history, foster patriotism and revolutionary heroism, and nurture the spirit of solidarity, national pride, and self-reliance.
An art performance at the opening ceremony of the film week. (Photo: VNA)
Nghe An (VNA) – A film week commemorating the 135t📖h birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890–2025) opened𒁃 in Vinh city, the central province of Nghe An, on May 12 evening.
Jointly organised by the Cinema Department under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Nghe An provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the event is part of the 2025 National Sen (Lotus) Village Festival.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Tran Thi My Hanh, Director of the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, emphasised that the event reflects deep respect and gratitude for President Ho Chi Minh – a national liberation hero and an eminent cultural figure, and is also a tribute to mark his 135th birthday.
Running from May 12 to 15, the film week features three selected works: the documentary “Net Ve Tu Trai Tim” (Sketches from the Heart), the feature film “Vang Trang Tho Au” (The Childhood Moon), and “Dao, Pho va Piano” (Peach Blossoms, Pho and Piano).
The selected films aim to help the audience learn more about national history, foster patriotism and revolutionary heroism, and nurture the spirit of solidarity, national pride, and self-reliance. They also highlight the achievements of the Party and people in the cause of national liberation, development and defence, disseminate Party policies and State laws, and promote public cultural enjoyment.
The screenings will be accompanied by opportunities for audiences to engage with filmmakers and actors.
The 2025 Sen Village Festival, a national-level political and cultural event, is being held from May 10 to 19 in Vinh city and Nam Dan district of Nghe An province – the hometown of President Ho Chi Minh. The festival features a wide range of meaningful activities to honour the life and legacy of the late leader./.
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