The Boy from Vietnam (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film

Released in 1978, The Boy from Vietnam is a drama film directed by Ann Hui, running about 49 minutes.
What it’s about. The three young people who came to Hong Kong from Vietnam (Zeng Quansheng, Li Guosong and You Qingfeng) have different choices for life. Some people are selling their own body and quick money, hoping to obtain the right of abode in the United States and start a new life in different places. Some people face reality in the gallery and just try to solve the problem of three meals and one night. Some people still cherish their dreams and hope to go to France Learn to draw. Unfortunately, refugees can not help but their own lives can only drift in the waves of destiny, the only certainty is that they are carrying a cruel past.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Boy from Vietnam page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boy from Vietnam tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
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- Where can I watch The Boy from Vietnam (1978)?
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- When was The Boy from Vietnam released?
- The Boy from Vietnam was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 49 minutes.