VIETNAM: FAST FORWARD is an award-winning documentary that explores the human element behind Vietnam’s resurgence as one of the fastest growing economies in the world.
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Film Festival Awards
Winner of the Grand Jury Award for Best Documentary Feature
at the 17th Annual Houston Asian American Pacific Islander Film Festival.
Winner of the People’s Choice Award for Best Documentary
at the 9th Annual Borrego Springs Film Festival.
Audience Reviews
Critic Reviews
“It’s a high-spirited film about the strength of absolute hope.”
– Federico Furzan, Movie Blogger [Full Review]
“There are some fascinating facts here, and snapshots of a country in constant, rapid change.”
– Stephen Whitty, Film Racket [Full Review]
“The documentary is a love story postcard about Vietnam. You will love the people, the country, and plan a visit there as soon as you can.”
– Michael Szymanski, Medium [Full Review]
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Meet the Participants
Founder and CEO, HopeBox. Work-based therapy to empower women who have experienced gender based violence.
Hung Nguyen and Hai Yen
Founders, Hien Minh Tea House. A tea house in Hanoi protecting, nurturing and processing high quality Vietnamese ancient tea trees.
Founder and CEO, Savvycom. A global software outsourcing company based in Hanoi, with deep roots in Vietnam.
Founder and CEO, Onetrip. A travel company offering homes and local adventures throughout Vietnam.
Coffee Farmer, K’Ho Coffee. A cooperative of K’Ho families sustainably grooming high-quality arabica coffee in Dalat.
Le Quang Minh
Founder, Acoustic bar. A live music venue in Ho Chi Minh City that shares music culture through many different styles of performance.
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