Director: Trần Anh Hùng
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Mùi đu đủ xanh
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vi
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81%
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Nominated for 1 Oscar. 4 wins & 3 nominations total
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Man San LuYoung Mui
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Ánh HoaOld Woman
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Vantha TalismanThu
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Thi Loc TruongMother
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Hoa Hoi VuongKhuyen
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Ngoc Trung TranFather
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Van Oanh NguyenMr. Thuan
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Nhat DoLam
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Thi Hai VoGrandmother
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Thi Thanh Tra NguyenMai
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Lam Huy BuiDoctor
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Xuan Thu NguyenAntique Dealer
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Xuan Loi PhanMusician
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Xuan Dung PhanMusician
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Van Chung LeMusician
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Tho PhuongHairdresser
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Long ChauClient
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| Domestic Box Office (USA): | 1 700 992 $ |
| Country: | France |
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| Length: | 1 h 44 min |
Description:
In 1951 Saigon, a young Vietnamese girl joins the domestic staff of a wealthy family. The film follows her journey as she moves from a simple rural life to the complexities of city living and a changing society. It portrays cultural tensions, social expectations, and personal difficulties, highlighting the girl's strength as she adapts. Through her experiences, the audience witnesses a personal story set against a significant moment in Vietnam's past.
| Alternative title: | Mùi đu đủ xanh |
| Release year: | 1993 |
| Language: | vi |
| Awards: | 🏆 Nominated for 1 Oscar. 4 wins & 3 nominations total |
| Director: | Trần Anh Hùng |
| Type: | Movie |
| Sub-genres: | adultery animal abuse buddhism ho chi minh love musician peasant vietnam |
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