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202220 minPGdocumentary

2.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Into the Violet Belly

202220 minPGdocumentary

2.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A mother fled Vietnam after the American War, facing a dangerous sea voyage that nearly ended in disaster.

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Thuy-Han Nguyen-Chi

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A mother fled Vietnam after the American War, facing a dangerous sea voyage that nearly ended in disaster.

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Thuy-Han Nguyen-Chidirector

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Thuyen Hoa fled Vietnam after the American War, embarking on a dangerous sea voyage that nearly ended in tragedy. Thuy-Han Nguyen-Chi's 20-minute documentary, Into the Violet Belly, intertwines family stories, mythology, and science fiction. It presents a mix of voices and visual styles to reflect on time and memory. The film features digital avatars representing migrating bodies in an endless blue, illustrating the themes of migration and family connections.

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