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"August Star" is not only a film of historical value but also a launching pad for many talented artists of the country's cinema industry.
The August Revolution of 1945 was a great turning point in the history of the nation. Up to now,August Star(1976) by the late director, People's Artist Tran Dac is almost the only film in Vietnamese cinema that successfully reflects the August Revolution.
This is also one of the most vibrant war films in Vietnamese cinema. The film not only has historical value but is also a platform for many actors to shine.
After 49 years, the veteran actors of the film, People's Artist Thanh Tu, Artist Dung Nhi, Meritorious Artist Duc Hoan, Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien... some have passed away forever, those who stay have had many changes in their lives.
People's Artist Thanh Tu lives peacefully at the age of 81
Starting acting at the age of 17, People's Artist Thanh Tu has participated in the following films:Sea of Fire, Frontline Calls, Hanoi Baby (1974), Sky (1975)...But it was not until he transformed into the role of a brave Viet Minh cadre, born from a poor peasant family named Nhu in the movieAugust Star, Thanh Tu left an unforgettable impression in the hearts of the audience.
After nearly 5 decades, when recalling the days of devoting herself to this role, the veteran artist still cannot help but feel emotional.
With her,August Staris a beautiful memory in life. Therefore, Thanh Tu said jokingly:"Every year on this day, I get to "commemorate" the death of August Star."
With her top performance, the role of Nhu helped People's Artist Thanh Tu win the Golden Lotus Award for "Best Actress" in 1977.
After the great success of this role, she refused to participate in other film projects. By 1984, Thanh Tu participated in the following films:Love and Distance, Fairy Tales for 17-Year-Olds, Present Times, Flower Stall, Love Behind Bars…However, all could not surpass Nhu's peak inAugust Star.
In 2011, the female artist unexpectedly returned with two television projects:Grandma doesn't eat pizzaandEva's Confession.These roles are completely opposite to the gentle, kind, and upright image she once built.
At the age of 81, the female artist finds a peaceful life with Buddhism, acting and with her children and grandchildren.
She has two children, the eldest son settled in France. She currently lives with her second daughter in a private house in Hanoi.
After two failed marriages, she said:"Peace of mind is the happiest time"In her spare time, she often meets friends to chat and talk. People's Artist Thanh Tu's joy now is just the moments when she can meet her friends from the same era to reminisce about the past.
Artist Dung Nhi enjoys a happy old age
Artist Dung Nhi plays the male lead named Kien in the movieAugust Starwhen he was just over 20 years old. At this time, he was studying pedagogy.
However, this artist has shown his talent and acting talent when he realistically portrayed the image of an intellectual young man who joined the revolution but still felt pain and sorrow for his sister.
After the success of the film, artist Dung Nhi became a familiar face on the small screen. In particular, the role of Secretary Hoang Kim in the filmProvincial Party Secretary(2010) won him the award for "Most Favorite Actor".
Dung Nhi is considered a multi-talented artist, capable of transforming and succeeding in both negative and positive roles. From the bandit Nam Sai Gon in the movieBelgian shellto hero Le Ma Luong inBattle Song, writer Nguyen TrongThe time of the famous grassthen Deputy Minister Cao Duc Cam in the movieRun for the money… he always leaves an impression on the audience and makes them remember him forever.
After many years of dedication to art, at the age of 74, artist Dung Nhi has limited his acting, spending most of his time with his family and himself. He often travels with his wife domestically and internationally, exploring scenic spots, and enjoying happy moments together.
Besides, Dung Nhi also spends time taking care of his children and grandchildren, building a warm family. The images of artist Dung Nhi and his wife on his personal page are always full of happiness, making many people admire.
Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien lives a private life
The role of a farmer named Men in the movieAugust Starbrought Thanh Hien to cinema and television. Her impression of the days participating in the film was not hardship, but psychological pressure. When she took this role, she was only 20 years old, a second-year student at the Faculty of Film Actors.
Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien once shared that she was so worried and stressed that she was shaking too much to act, but thanks to the help and encouragement of the film crew at that time, the young actress was able to fulfill her role.
After the role of Ms. Men, Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien continued to impress through many other roles such as the wife of teacher Thu inVu Dai village in those daysand Don's wife inLeaky alley.
Although she has tried many other roles, the image of the gentle and hard-working Ms. Men has always been an indelible mark in her career.
After nearly 50 years, Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien has escaped the image of a gentle, simple woman to try her hand at many different roles.
Despite being a familiar face on screen, "Miss Men" in real life is very secretive about her private life. It is known that the whole family of Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien is involved in film. Her husband is an actor of the Vietnam Drama Theater. Her son graduated from the film course of the University of Theater and Cinema.
She rarely shares with the media and always appears with a simple, honest, and approachable appearance. At the age of 71, the female artist still possesses a charming and kind beauty.
After decades of acting, Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien always wants to devote herself with passion and is ready to wait for suitable roles.
Meritorious Artist Duc Hoan passed away at the age of 66
InAugust Star,Meritorious Artist Duc Hoan plays the villain Kieu Trinh. Previously, she was widely known to audiences for her role as My in the movieA Phu's Wifedirected by Mai Loc, produced in 1961.
Besides, Meritorious Artist Duc Hoan is also famous as a meticulous director, always paying attention to the smallest details in his works, from choosing actors to handling music.
In 2003, Meritorious Artist Duc Hoan passed away at the age of 66, leaving behind endless grief for her fans and colleagues. Her contributions to Vietnamese cinema are still remembered and respected, especially her ability to deeply explore women's psychology in her works.
