Doan Quoc Dam plays a gang leader in 'Searching for the Dragon's Breath'.
After playing a CEO, Doan Quoc Dam surprises with a rugged look, confronting Quang Tuan in an action film set in a fishing village and featuring the treasure of ambergris.
Actor Doan Quoc Dam continues to showcase his versatility as he transforms into the gangster boss Cuong "Lieu" in the film project "Searching for the Dragon's Breath". This new look is completely different from his role as CEO Dang in the currently airing drama "Wind Across the Blue Sky", promising a challenging and dramatic performance.
The battle for the sacred treasure
The film, directed by Duong Minh Chien, revolves around the story of ambergris – a sacred treasure worshipped in the An Hai fishing village. Brothers Tam (Quang Tuan) and Tuan (Ma Ran Do) are entrusted with the responsibility of guarding this treasure.
Conflict arises when Cuong "Lieu"'s (Doan Quoc Dam) gang appears with a plot to seize ambergris. The story becomes more complicated when Tuan, Tam's younger brother, steals the treasure, forcing Tam to directly confront the ruthless gangster to save him. The film trailer reveals many tense and breathtaking action and martial arts scenes.
The mystery of ambergris and fishing village culture.
"The Search for Ambergris" is set in a coastal fishing village where the custom of worshipping whales dates back to the Tay Son dynasty. Ambergris is not only a rare and valuable material with high economic value, ranging from several billion to tens of billions of dong, but also carries immense spiritual significance.
According to local beliefs, finding ambergris at sea is considered a sign of good fortune, a blessing bestowed by the goddess YA Na. People believe that only those who live virtuous and sincere lives are granted this treasure by "Ông Nam Hải" (the whale).
The cast's impressive transformation.
Doan Quoc Dam plays the role of Cuong 'Lieu'.
Playing the role of Cuong "Lieu," Doan Quoc Dam portrays a cold-blooded and ruthless gang leader. However, the actor shared that the character is not simply a one-dimensional villain. One of the interesting scenes is when Cuong "Lieu" sings the song "Heartbreak" in karaoke amidst a violent setting, creating a unique and humorous contrast.
The dedication of the other actors
Besides Doan Quoc Dam, the other actors also showed serious dedication to their roles. Actor Ma Ran Do spent more than a week practicing safe falling techniques for action scenes. He also proactively lost weight, sunbathed, and tanned his skin to achieve a rugged appearance suitable for the role of a coastal man. The film also features actors Nguyen Thao, Hoang Toc Dai, and Quoc Nam.