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Netflix and Derek Cianfrance developing Hatchet adaptation
Netflix is developing a film adaptation of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet, with Derek Cianfrance writing and directing, Variety reported on 12 October.
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Vietnam Cinema Department addresses international film submissions
Vietnam's Cinema Department has reiterated licensing requirements for films submitted to international festivals and awards, VnExpress reports from its 12 October notice.
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Hanoi plans concert for 60,000 to mark Vietnam Culture Day
Hanoi is preparing an arts programme and concert for Vietnam Culture Day on 24 November, with an expected audience of 60,000, VnExpress reports.
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Thùy Anh discusses 1982 after Busan screening
Thùy Anh has discussed playing Thu An and filming 1982 after its Busan festival screening on 11 October, Thanh Niên reports.
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Miami Vice ’85 begins filming with Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler
Miami Vice ’85 has released its first images of Michael B.
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Steven Nguyễn takes new film role after Trại buôn người
The official trailer for Chị chị em em 3, released on 12 October, introduces Steven Nguyễn's character Cường in a story involving five intertwined relationships.
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Khánh An draws attention at Sao Mai and reaffirms bolero commitment
Khánh An received positive feedback for Đêm ả đào during the second Sao Mai 2026 final-stage live show on 11 October.
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Thanh âm Việt Nam composition contest launched
Vietnam's culture ministry launched the Thanh âm Việt Nam creative programme at an event on 12 October, VnExpress reported.
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Lee Dong Gun shares enthusiasm for Vietnamese pho and coffee
Lee Dong Gun has shared his experiences of phở, Vietnamese pork sausage and coffee during his visit to Ho Chi Minh City, Tuổi Trẻ reported on 11 October.