Name: The Vertical Ray of the Sun
Director: Trần Anh Hùng
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 2000
Duration: 112 min
Cast: Trần Nữ Yên Khê, Như Quỳnh, Lê Khanh, Ngo Quang Hai, Chu Hùng

What The Vertical Ray of the Sun Is About

Hanoi comes across almost picture-perfect in director Tran Anh Hung's beautiful, elegiac tale about the lives and loves of three Vietnamese sisters. A mood characteristic of Hung's films is set early on with the vivid sounds of birds, insects and water and the way the lighting enhances the subtle use of color. They all combine to gem-like effect here.

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What is The Vertical Ray of the Sun about?

Hanoi comes across almost picture-perfect in director Tran Anh Hung's beautiful, elegiac tale about the lives and loves of three Vietnamese sisters. A mood characteristic of Hung's films is set early on with the vivid sounds of birds, insects and water and the way the lighting enhances the subtle use of color.

Where can I watch The Vertical Ray of the Sun?

The Vertical Ray of the Sun is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Vertical Ray of the Sun?

The Vertical Ray of the Sun runs for 112 minutes (1h 52m).

When did The Vertical Ray of the Sun come out?

The Vertical Ray of the Sun was released in 2000.

Who directed The Vertical Ray of the Sun?

The Vertical Ray of the Sun was directed by Trần Anh Hùng.

Who stars in The Vertical Ray of the Sun?

The Vertical Ray of the Sun stars Trần Nữ Yên Khê, Như Quỳnh, Lê Khanh, Ngo Quang Hai.

What is The Vertical Ray of the Sun's rating?

The Vertical Ray of the Sun holds 7.2/10 on IMDb and 6.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 71 out of 100.