A 93-year-old grandmother shares her prophecy, influencing Khoa Lê's search for identity during a pilgrimage from Canada to Vietnam.
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A 93-year-old grandmother shares her prophecy, influencing Khoa Lê's search for identity during a pilgrimage from Canada to Vietnam.
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Synopsis
Khoa Lê visits his 93-year-old grandmother, bà nôi, in Vietnam. He reflects on family traditions and rituals during the New Year celebrations. Lê captures stark moments of her daily life alongside dreamlike visuals of fog and twilight. Raised in Canada, he seeks to understand his identity and destiny through her prophecies. The film combines personal narrative with cultural exploration, revealing connections between past and present.
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Why Watch
- Meet Khoa Lê's candid 93-year-old grandmother.
- See stunning dreamlike sequences of Vietnam.
- Find out about unique family traditions during New Year.
Did You Know
- Khoa Lê's grandmother is 93 years old.
- The film was released in 2013.
- The documentary has a runtime of 85 minutes.
- It features family traditions and rituals steeped in superstition.
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Who directed the documentary Bà nội?
Khoa Lê directed the documentary Bà nội.
What is the runtime of the documentary Bà nội?
The runtime of Bà nội is 85 minutes.
In which countries was Bà nội produced?
Bà nội was produced in Canada.
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