Free film screenings to celebrate the 78th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day

On the occasion of the 78th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947 - July 27, 2025), the Vietnam Film Institute organized a free film screening program at Ngoc Khanh Cinema (523 Kim Ma, Hanoi) from July 21 to 23.

Free movie screenings on the occasion of the 78th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day

The four Vietnamese feature films selected for screening on this occasion are classic works imbued with revolutionary character, contributing to recording historical milestones through cinematic language.

The first is The Wounded Teacher , a documentary film directed by Nhat Hien produced in 1971. The film won the Silver Lotus Award at the second Vietnam Film Festival for its realistic portrayal of a teacher, a soldier, overcoming his disability to continue contributing to the country's education cause.

Next is The Orange Bell (directed by Nguyen Ngoc Trung), which tells the tragic story of a former soldier of the old regime who participated in the spraying of toxic chemicals during the Vietnam War. The film not only resonated in Vietnam but was also honored at the Caclovari International Film Festival with the Lidixe Rose Award, and won the Silver Lotus Award at the 7th Vietnam Film Festival.

Crescent Moon (directed by Tran Phuong, produced in 1996) explores the post-war theme through the journey of reintegration into the community of a wounded soldier returning from the battlefield. The film conveys a profound message about the will to live, loyalty and noble qualities of Uncle Ho's soldiers in peacetime.

Closing is Don't Burn (2009, directed by Dang Nhat Minh), recreating the journey to find and return the sacred diary of martyr, doctor Dang Thuy Tram. The film not only praises the indomitable spirit and patriotism of the young generation during wartime, but also demonstrates the power of tolerance and reconciliation. Don't Burn won the Golden Lotus Award at the 16th Vietnam Film Festival and won 6 categories at the 2010 Golden Kite.

MAI AN

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/chieu-phim-mien-phi-nhan-ky-niem-78-nam-ngay-thuong-binh-liet-si-post804701.html