On May 14, during the 78th Cannes Film Festival, the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism and the Film Development Association (VFDA) recently hosted a seminar titled "Vietnam – Dynamic Asian Market and New Destination for International Film Crews”

The event attracted filmmakers, producers, directors, experts, and international partners, with Vietnam’s Ambassador to France, Dinh Toan Thang, in attendance.

Nguyen Trung Khanh, Director of the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, emphasized Vietnam’s diverse landscapes and rich culture as unique filming assets, highlighting locations from Ha Giang’s mountain roads to the coastal beaches of Da Nang and Phu Quoc. He stressed the country’s potential as both a filming site and an emerging film market.

Ambassador Dinh Toan Thang applauded the longstanding film cooperation between Vietnam and France and expressed hope to expand co-operation through cultural exchange, co-productions, and training programs.

The seminar included screenings and discussions on opportunities and challenges in the film industry, legal reforms supporting production, and the role of cinema in boosting tourism. The Vietnamese diplomat noted film’s power to promote Vietnam’s cultural identity and attract quality tourism.

Representatives from the Vietnam Cinema Department and the VFDA shared efforts to improve filming conditions and develop incentive programs aimed at attracting international projects.

International filmmakers present showed strong interest in Vietnam’s growing film scene and its potential as a vibrant filming destination.

Notably, Vietnam Film Night on May 16 will provide a platform for filmmakers, artists, and partners to further exchange and explore opportunities, marking a key milestone in promoting Vietnam as a vibrant international film hub.

Leading filmmakers converge on Da Nang for Asian Film Festival 2024

VOV.VN - The second Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF II) with the theme of “Bridging Asia” opened on July 2 evening in the central coastal city of Da Nang with the participation of leading filmmakers and art lovers throughout Asia.