The documentary film "Graduates in the Fields" by Nghe An Newspaper and Radio and Television received a Certificate of Merit at the 2025 Golden Kite Awards.

Considered a documentary that touches upon pressing social issues, "Graduates in the Fields" by Nghe An Newspaper and Radio and Television won the Encouragement Award (Certificate of Merit), affirming the position of local journalism in the professional film arena.

The Golden Kite Award is one of the two largest and most prestigious film awards in Vietnam, alongside the Golden Lotus Award. While the Golden Lotus Award is strongly state-sponsored and academic, the Golden Kite Award is considered a prestigious professional award. The submitted works are directly selected and evaluated by members of the Vietnam Film Association – colleagues and experts with extensive professional experience – to honor the best works, authors, and artists of the year.

The fact that a local news agency won an award at this ceremony is a tremendous achievement, demonstrating the creative capacity and tireless dedication of journalists in the field of documentary filmmaking.

The documentary "Graduates in the Highlands" (22 minutes) is a haunting portrayal of the employment reality for young intellectuals in the highlands. Using minimal narration, emotionally charged imagery, and on-location sound, the film delves into the depths of the characters' pain. The award for the film crew is a recognition of a work that dares to confront the truth.

The film concludes with the poignant question: "How many dreams of graduates from mountainous regions have faded away amidst rice paddies and cornfields?" Through this, the work is not merely a documentary but also a wake-up call regarding education and employment policies in remote areas.