The Bamboo Incident (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1970, The Bamboo Incident is a drama and war film directed by Raoul Coutard, running about 93 minutes. “Pronounced WHA-BIN...so you won't forget it.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young Vietnamese boy's life is thrown into turmoil by the war raging in his country. The ten year old remains with his mother and baby sister as his father goes off to fight for the Viet Cong. During his father's absence, his mother dies from overwork and the inability to find proper medical care for her illness. He cares for his baby sister and struggles to earn a living by shining shoes and doing other odd jobs before his father returns. Both an American soldier and a Viet Cong regular are shown defending their country's political agenda. Also shown are guerilla tactics and bombings in this feature directed by veteran combat photographer Raoul Coutard.
Who’s in it. The Bamboo Incident stars Phi Lan as Xuan, Phi Lan as Hung, Huynh Cazenas as Xuan and Danièle Delorme as l'infirmière française.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Bamboo Incident has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bamboo Incident page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bamboo Incident tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bamboo Incident (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bamboo Incident change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bamboo Incident worth watching?
- The Bamboo Incident holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bamboo Incident?
- The Bamboo Incident stars Phi Lan, Phi Lan, Huynh Cazenas and Danièle Delorme.
- When was The Bamboo Incident released?
- The Bamboo Incident was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.