"Face Off 8: The Sunny Bracelet" and "Detective Kien: The Headless Case" are two Vietnamese films that attracted attention during this year's April 30th holiday. Victor Vu is quite confident in competing directly with Ly Hai - the director with the most successful film franchise in Vietnam.
This year, the April 30th and May 1st holidays extend to five days, promising a nationwide box office boom. A plethora of films will be released, giving audiences plenty of choices to enjoy at the cinema, from international blockbusters to domestic productions.
Among them, two standout films of Vietnamese cinema are: Flip Face 8: The Bracelet of Sunshine (Director Ly Hai) and Detective Kien: The Case Without a Head (Victor Vu) is expected to create fierce competition.
Ly Hai Will it create a surprise?
Before the April 30th holiday begins, the race track Vietnamese films There have been many twists. Underground tunnels: The sun in the darkness (Directed by Bui Thac Chuyen) unexpectedly announced the release of a special edition, revealing more about the lives of soldiers underground in Cu Chi.
This is a sensible strategy by the team to maintain the film's appeal after it grossed nearly 160 billion VND.
Meanwhile, Finding the corpse: The headless ghost (Bui Van Hai) announced his departure from theaters after raking in over 42 billion VND at the box office. The project was a commercial success but received much criticism regarding its quality. The performances of famous actors such as Ngo Kien Huy, Tien Luat, and People's Artist Hong Van were all rated poorly.
The move of Finding the corpse: The headless ghost They reportedly avoided films by the two "giants" of Vietnamese cinema, Ly Hai and Victor Vu – both of which were released during the April 30th holiday.
This year, Ly Hai is extending his brand. Turn the tables. with the eighth part titled Sunshine Bracelet . The film is expected to maintain the resounding success of Flip Face 7: One Wish with revenue exceeding 480 billion VND.
The plot revolves around the conflict between three generations in a coastal family. Through this, the film portrays the differences in viewpoints, lifestyles, and behaviors between parents and children. In particular, the story of a father preventing his son from pursuing his dream of becoming a music idol is the central focus of the film.
This time, Ly Hai will continue to develop his approachable, easy-to-watch style, while also touching the emotions of the general audience – a characteristic that has contributed to the success of the entire series. Turn the tables .
The director also invested heavily in production, filming at many beautiful locations in Phan Thiet ( Binh Thuan ) and Phan Rang - Thap Cham (Ninh Thuan). Some spectacular scenes attracted the participation of more than 5,000 extras to create the best effect for the film.
However, some argue that Ly Hai is repeating himself. He is also a bit hasty in releasing films continuously, leading many to doubt the quality of his work. The theme of father-son conflict in Flip Face 8 Still familiar, reminiscent of movies Godfather good The little girl is looking for a husband .
Victor Vũ is not afraid of his opponents.
Meanwhile, Victor Vũ continues to challenge himself in the historical drama genre with Detective Kien: The Case Without a Head - a spin-off of The last wife (2023). This is also a special project, marking 20 years of the director's career.
The film's content focuses on the individual story of Detective Kien - a supporting character in The last wife However, he gained popularity among audiences thanks to the performance of actor Quoc Huy. He is described as a Vietnamese version of Sherlock Holmes, intelligent, decisive, and calm, with excellent crime-solving skills.
The story takes place three years after the events in The Last Wife , when detective Kien (Quoc Huy) and Mrs. Hai Man (Dinh Ngoc Diep) unexpectedly reunite after a long period of lost contact. This time, they team up to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Hai Man's granddaughter.
For reasons unknown, villagers began spreading rumors about water spirits and headless corpses floating in the river. Detective Kien had to use his keen insight and reasoning to follow the clues and uncover the truth.
The film combines various genres—spiritual, thriller, and crime-solving—to attract viewers. The setting remains a highlight, with many segments showcasing the majestic nature of Tuyen Quang and Cao Bang , recreating the atmosphere of the Nguyen Dynasty 200 years ago.
With experience in making detective and horror films through works such as Scandal good With "Red Flower Camp ," Victor Vũ is expected to deliver a film that is both captivating and haunting. From promotional images and teasers to trailers, everything shows a project that is heartfelt and meticulously invested in.
Previously, Detective Kien: The Case Without a Head Originally scheduled for release on May 16th, the film was instead moved to the April 30th holiday to compete directly with Ly Hai's film. This strategy shows that Victor Vu is not afraid or intimidated by his rival. The director and producer have high expectations for the film's appeal, and are ready to release it during the April 30th holiday to create a strong ripple effect.
Currently, both Ly Hai and Victor Vu's teams are employing a strategy of early screenings to attract audiences, making the box office more vibrant than ever.
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