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"Peach, Pho, and Piano" is an unprecedented phenomenon in Vietnamese cinema, consistently selling out tickets despite minimal promotion. The National Film Center has increased the number of screenings, but it's still not enough to meet audience demand.
In response to the increasing demand for film viewing, the Vietnam Film Department has proposed to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism the nationwide release of "Peach, Pho and Piano".
However, the Director of the Vietnam Film Department, Vi Kien Thanh, stated that "Dao, Pho and Piano" is a film commissioned and funded by the state. The film does not have a budget for widespread distribution.
In response to the increasing demand for the film, the Vietnam Film Department has proposed the nationwide release of "Peach, Pho, and Piano".
Currently, the National Film Center is the only theater showing the film "Peach, Pho, and Piano," with the spirit of serving the audience and contributing to the film industry. All revenue must be remitted 100% to the state budget.
The Director of the Department of Cinema stated that in order to widely distribute a film to theaters nationwide, regulations are needed regarding a percentage of revenue for distributors. Meanwhile, there are no regulations on a percentage of revenue for distributors when distributing films commissioned by the state.
"Peach, Pho, and Piano" is a work by screenwriter and director Phi Tien Son. The film was produced with a budget of 20 billion VND.
The film tells the love story of a Hanoi couple against the backdrop of the 60-day and 60-night battle (December 19, 1946 - February 17, 1947) to defend the capital. A self-defense fighter (played by Doan Quoc Dam) and a young lady from Hanoi (played by Cao Thuy Linh) are separated during the battle. When they reunite, they have only a few hours left to get married, to play love songs for each other and enjoy their marital happiness.
A scene from the movie "Peach, Pho and Piano"
Peach blossoms, pho, and piano not only realistically portray the brutal nature of the historical battle, but also delve into understanding and explaining the character and qualities of the people of Hanoi, honoring their love for beauty, refined passions, romantic spirit, and patriotism.
With meticulous investment and preparation in terms of script, setting, and acting, "Peach, Pho, and Piano" received much praise and won the Silver Lotus Award at the 23rd Vietnam Film Festival held in Da Lat in November 2023.
