Mother Saigon movie poster

Mother Saigon

April 22, 2023 1h 38m

Released 3 years ago in 2023. Mother Saigon is a documentary film. directed by Khoa Lê.

Synopsis

In Saigon, family culture carries on as it has for centuries, even when blood ties are broken. Through a mosaic of intimate portraits, Má Sài Gòn explores humanity’s universal desire for love, acceptance, connection and belonging through an LGBTQ+ lens. The film is a love letter – a bittersweet ode to a comforting yet disturbing mother, to a city that is as liberating as it is oppressive.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 22, 2023 2 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
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Language VI Original language
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Country Canada Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
VI

Production Companies

  • Les Films de L'Autre

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mother Saigon about?

In Saigon, family culture carries on as it has for centuries, even when blood ties are broken. Through a mosaic of intimate portraits, Má Sài Gòn explores humanity’s universal desire for love,...

Who directed Mother Saigon?

Mother Saigon was directed by Khoa Lê.

How long is Mother Saigon?

Mother Saigon has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).

When was Mother Saigon released?

Mother Saigon was released on April 22, 2023 in theaters.