'Humans of Saigon' group tells picture stories about Saigonese
Titled “The Saigonese Tale,” the exhibit that has recently opened in Ho Chi Minh City showcases photos and recounts the stories behind them from a project launched by Humans of Saigon, a non-profit group of young people whose works are inspired by the famous photo blog Humans of New York.
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The event, which is the group’s first exhibition, features pictures taken by members of the grouping of people they met on streets as well as meaningful quotes and short stories about these people. |
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| "Don't take my photo. Old, and ugly. Like a toad." *Burst into laughter* |
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"I put this on my lips simply because I like the color. What's the point of living when you have to abandon what you like for the sake of other people; because, at the end of the day, what you do doesn't harm anybody – don't you think it's true? At first, when my family found out, I met with a lot of disapproval; but over time, they've learned to accept me for who I am. I still remember the very moment when my dad told me: 'You ain't my son'." |
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| "Can you drink? *Laugh* Take one photo of us then come here and have a drink!" |
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| “They call me the White Prince of Saigon because I always wear white from head to toe. I’ve loved this color since I was a little boy as it represents purity and innocence. I always live up to those values, staying genuine and true.” |
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| “The only thing that matters to me right now is for my parents to get along. Why is it so hard to have a family meal? My father is always out, which makes my mother worry and cry a lot.” |
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"About 9 or 10 members of my family are living together in this cramped house.” “Is it so uncomfortable that you want to move out?” “Never! I just feel happy since all of the family members are able to live in harmony." |
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| "Here's a great song from Le Huu Ha: I want people to care for each other No more hatred, no more sorrow I want all of life's sadness to end I want to see one's very first love." |
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| "I read it out of boredom." |