Vietnam promoted as a destination for filmmakers at Cannes 2025
(VOVWORLD) -Vietnam’s diverse landscapes and rich culture, from Ha Giang’s mountain roads to the coastal beaches of Da Nang and Phu Quoc, will be unique filming assets representing the country as both a filming site and an emerging film market, said a Vietnamese senior tourism official.
 Ha Long Bay, filming location of Kong: Skull Island. (Photo: Screenshot) |
Nguyen Trung Khanh, Director General of the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, promoted Vietnam as a destination for filmmakers on Wednesday during the 78th Cannes Film Festival.
The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism and the Film Development Association hosted a seminar titled "Vietnam – Dynamic Asian Market and New Destination for International Film Crews” at Cannes festival.
Besides diverse landscapes, Vietnam is rich in culture and people with 54 ethnic groups living together, creating a diverse picture of customs, festivals, cuisine, costumes, architecture, and more, Mr. Khanh told the seminar. The heroic history of thousands of years of building and defending the country is also an endless source of inspiration for epic and war-themed artworks.
 Nguyen Trung Khanh, Director General of the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, (C) introduces Vietnam’s scenic landscapes and filming potential to international partners. Photo: Thu Vu/VOV |
The seminar included screenings and discussions on opportunities and challenges in the film industry, legal reforms supporting production, and the role of cinema in boosting tourism.
Vietnam Film Night on Friday will provide a platform for filmmakers, artists, and partners to further exchange and explore opportunities, marking a key milestone in promoting Vietnam as a vibrant international film hub.