French film “Bienvenue chez les Ch’tis” (Welcome to the Sticks)
The 14th Francophone Movie Pageant in Vietnam is about to happen from March 22 to 27 in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh Metropolis. The pageant goals to showcase French-language cinema from varied areas worldwide.
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Part of the “Bienvenue chez les Ch’tis” poster. Picture courtesy of French Cinema Rendez-vous |
Among the many featured movies is “Bienvenue chez les Ch’tis” a French comedy depicting the cultural variations skilled by a postal supervisor from southern France upon his switch to northern France. The film highlights the significance of cultural trade and acceptance of variety.
The film can be proven on March 24 at 7:30 p.m., at DCiné Cinema at 6 Mac Dinh Chi Avenue, District 1, Ho Chi Minh Metropolis, with free admission.
Earth Hour occasion “Lights Out”
The “Lights Out” occasion on the Renaissance Riverside Resort Saigon symbolizes the lodge’s participation in Earth Hour, a motion advocating for power conservation and environmental consciousness. Friends are invited to affix the lodge in observing Earth Hour and are welcomed to partake in a theater evening on the Atrium Lounge.
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Part of the “Lights Out” poster. Picture courtesy of Renaissance Riverside Resort Saigon |
The night’s characteristic presentation is a film-play adaptation of the Vietnamese novel “Ticket to Childhood” by Nguyen Nhat Anh, introduced by The Flamingo Theater. Complimentary mocktails can be supplied.
The lodge may also dim lights in its foyer and customary areas whereas switching off non-essential lighting for an hour.
The occasion takes place from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on March 23 at Renaissance Riverside Resort Saigon, situated at 15 Ton Duc Thang Avenue, District 1. Admission is free, however seats are restricted, so register prematurely via the supplied link.
Saigon Cocktail Pageant
The “Saigon Cocktail Pageant” occasion invitations guests to delve into the world of cocktails. The event will showcase totally different pop-up cocktail cubicles, highlighting the artistry of mixology and providing craft wines. Moreover, attendees can discover a broad number of meals and beverage manufacturers from Saigon. Stay musical performances will complement the festivities.
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A poster of the “Saigon Cocktail Pageant”. Picture courtesy of FTWR.Co – Comply with The White Rabbit |
The occasion will happen on March 23 at Saigon Outcast, situated at 188/1 Nguyen Van Huong Avenue, Thu Duc Metropolis. Entry is priced at VND50,000 ($2), excluding beverage bills. Youngsters are permitted to attend underneath grownup supervision.
Musical occasion: Beethoven Piano Sonatas Cycle
The occasion “Beethoven Piano Sonatas Cycle: Recital V – The Hunt” invitations attendees to immerse themselves on the earth of classical music, specializing in the piano sonatas of Ludwig van Beethoven.
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Part of the “Recital V – The Hunt” poster. Picture courtesy of Saigon Classical |
The theme, “The Hunt,” originates from Beethoven’s Sonata No. 3, Opus 31, symbolizing the seasonal transformation of March and historical European looking customs. The recital will characteristic varied piano sonatas by the composer, acclaimed for his or her emotive qualities and harking back to sounds heard throughout spring hunts and army marches.
The occasion will happen on March 23 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the Arts and Literature Middle, situated on the first Ground of 81 Tran Quoc Thao Avenue, District 3.
A donation of VND150,000 ($6) per particular person is inspired upon entry. people can register on-line through the supplied link. The occasion just isn’t appropriate for kids underneath 8 years of age.
Eating occasion “Iberico Izakaya 2.0”
The “Iberico Izakaya 2.0” eating occasion, now in its second version and hosted by Ibérico – Tapas & Vino restaurant, invitations company to savor a fusion of Japanese and Spanish delicacies with a specifically crafted menu. Featured dishes embrace deep-fried croquetas stuffed with miso, beef tartar on a tartlet, Iberico pork skewers, and sherry-braised pears mochi.
Scheduled for March 23, 2024, beginning at 4 p.m., the occasion can be held at Ibérico Thao Dien, situated at 33 Vo Truong Toan Avenue, District 2. The menu is priced at VND890,000 ($35) per particular person.