Public screening of documentaries marking Dien Bien Phu Victory opens in Hanoi
A documentary film screening programme to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 - 2024) opened in Hanoi on May 3 by the National Documentary and Scientific Film Studio Co. Ltd. (DSF).
Public screening of documentaries marking Dien Bien Phu Victory opens in Hanoi (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)ꦬ - A documentary film screening programme to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 - 2024) opened in Hanoi on May 3 by the National Documentary and Scientific Film Studio Co. Ltd. (DSF).
Accordingly, six films will be screened for the public free of charge during the five-day event, including "Dien Bien Phu";Hoi uc Dien Bien (Memories of Dien Bien)”;Chuyen nhung nguoi linh gia (Stories of old soldiers); “Dong hanh cung lich su” (Accompanying history);Chia lua cung Dien Bien” (Sharing fire with Dien Bien), and “Dien Bien Phu niem hy vong” (Dien Bien Phu – hope)
DSF Chairman Nguyen Quang Tuan said the programme aims to bridge the audience with the nation's history, so that young generations are always grateful for, pay tribute to, and take pride in the country’s historic achievements and current position.
After seven decades of construction and development, Dien Bien Phu has emerged as a beacon in the northwestern region, serving as an economic, cultural, and tourist hub. The lives of local people have significantly improved, enjoying prosperity and happiness in peace.
The films are being screened at 465 Hoang Hoa Tham street in Hanoi’s Ba Dinh district./.
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