- Genre
- Drama
- Year
- 2015
- Runtime
- 1h40
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Big Father, Small Father and Other Stories
Family ties unravel in a poetic journey through memory and identity.
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Synopsis
"Big Father, Small Father and Other Stories" (original title: "Cha và con và…") is a 2015 Vietnamese drama directed by Phan Đăng Di, starring Đỗ Thị Hải Yến. The film weaves together the lives of several characters in contemporary Hanoi, exploring themes of family, memory, and the complexities of personal identity amid the shifting social landscape. It delves into relationships across generations, highlighting the emotional tensions between fathers and children while capturing the intimate and sometimes fragmented stories that bind them. The narrative unfolds with a poetic and contemplative style, blending realism with symbolic imagery to portray the struggles and quiet moments of connection in everyday life.
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Reviews
The film received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences alike. On IMDb, it holds a 6.2/10 rating, reflecting a moderately favorable response. Critics have praised its lyrical storytelling and atmospheric depiction of contemporary Vietnam’s urban life. The Guardian’s review noted the film's "deliberate pacing and haunting visuals," describing it as "a thoughtful meditation on familial bonds and memory." However, some found the narrative structure challenging; Variety commented that "while visually compelling, the film may feel fragmented to viewers expecting a conventional storyline." Rotten Tomatoes does not have an aggregated score for the movie, but individual reviewers have highlighted the performances, particularly Đỗ Thị Hải Yến’s nuanced portrayal, which lends emotional depth. The film’s subtle approach has been both lauded for artistic ambition and critiqued for being somewhat inaccessible. Overall, "Big Father, Small Father and Other Stories" is considered a rich, albeit contemplative cinematic experience that appeals more to fans of arthouse and character-driven dramas.
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