Lost in Paradise

A tender, bittersweet slice of city life that balances hardship with moments of warmth and quiet hope.

Directed by

Vũ Ngọc Đãng

Genres

Drama

Starring

Lương Mạnh Hải, Hồ Vĩnh Khoa, Linh Sơn

Overview

Khoi, a naive twenty-year-old, travels to Ho Chi Minh City from the countryside to begin a new life. It's his first time in the big city and he's looking for a place to live. He befriends Dong, a handsome extrovert who offers to share his apartment. When Khoi goes to check the place out, he meets Lam, who also appears to be living there. Khoi decides to stay, but while he showers, Dong and Lam - who turn out to be boyfriends - run off with all his cash and belongings.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm, dark and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Identity, isolation, friendship, love

Content

Strong sexual content. Mild violence, gore and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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