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Grandma's Four Color Cards

In her tiny house in District 4, Saigon, 101-year-old Ngoai survives through quiet resilience. Every evening, she hosts an underground card game, a traditional Vietnamese pastime, to earn enough to survive the next day. With her loyal cat by her side and the support of neighbors, Ngoai navigates the challenges of aging and poverty. The card games are more than just a way to make ends meet, they bring laughter, warmth, and a sense of connection to her life. Though the slums weigh heavily on her, Ngoai’s strength and the care of her community help her live with dignity, making her a beloved figure in their world.

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Credits

Director:

Sally Tran

Producer:

Ngân Lê, Kiều Vy

Principal Cast:

Lê Thị Liêng

Additional Credits:

Producer: Ngân Lê, Producer: Kiều Vy, DP: Gary Bardizbanian, Editor: Ben Jones, Additional Editor: Theo Michel, Sound Designer: Ian Sorrentino , Composer: Orlando Fitzgerald, Color: Ayumi Ashley

Contact

Publicity Contact:

Sally Tran
tran@sallytran.com
+1 9174885814

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2025
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10 mins