Bà nội
Storyline
The prophecy of Khoa Lê’s 93-year-old grandmother (bà nôi) burdens his unknown future and reflects the roots of his past. Born in Vietnam but raised in Canada, Lê’s homeland pilgrimage is measured parts self-portrait, ethnography and an ethereal quest for identity. His bà nôi is funny and forthright in a matriarchal manner, as one with little time to worry about what others think. Stark observations of her home life and family visits contrast visually stunning dreamlike sequences of fog-laced silhouettes and twilight vistas that echo an unpredictable path. As he celebrates New Year’s events with family traditions and rituals steeped in superstition, fortunes and horoscopes, it’s clear Lê is seeking signs of destiny as he poetically captures a soul floating between two worlds.
Key Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Bà nội was released on September 30, 2013.
The runtime of Bà nội is 1h 25m.
Bà nội is a Documentary movie.
Bà nội has a rating of 6.8 out of 10 on TMDB.
Bà nội is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Bà nội was directed by Khoa Lê.
Bà nội is originally in French.