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Ho Chi Minh City provides a backdrop for personal stories of the LGBTQ community, highlighting their pursuit of love and acceptance in contemporary Vietnam.

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  • Meet the LGBTQ community in Ho Chi Minh City.
  • See award-winning cinematography by Mathieu Laverdière.
  • Follow the film's journey from Switzerland to Canada.

Did You Know

  • Mother Saigon premiered at Visions du Réel in April 2023.
  • The film won the Colin Low Award at the 2023 DOXA Documentary Film Festival.
  • Mathieu Laverdière received the Prix Iris for Best Cinematography in 2024.

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Who directed the documentary Mother Saigon?

Mother Saigon was directed by Khoa Lê.

What award did Mother Saigon win at the 2023 DOXA Documentary Film Festival?

The film won the Colin Low Award at the 2023 DOXA Documentary Film Festival.

When did Mother Saigon have its Canadian premiere?

The Canadian premiere of Mother Saigon took place in May 2023 at the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival.

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