In this episode of The Vietnamese, we sit down with veteran director/producer Timothy Linh Bui to explore his journey in the film business from Hollywood to Vietnam. Starting from his formative years at Columbia College in Los Angeles, Timothy shares insights into his early works, including Three Seasons and Green Dragon, and his collaborations with actors like Patrick Swayze and Forest Whitaker. Timothy has gone on to work with actors such as Jessica Biel, Ray Liotta, Lisa Kudrow, Eddie Redmayne and Kriss Kristofferson.
Transitioning from Hollywood to Vietnam, Timothy shares his experiences producing films such as How to Fight in Six Inch Heels and his latest venture, Daydreamers—Vietnam's foray into the vampire genre. We discuss the challenges and inspirations behind bringing supernatural narratives to Vietnamese cinema and how his bicultural background influences his storytelling.
Join us for a conversation that bridges cultures, genres, and the evolving landscape of global Vietnamese films.
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