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When nobody listens, the body grows impossible to ignore.
More detailsDeath, Coarse Language
Two brothers, Anh and Em, reunite on Đám Giỗ (the death anniversary of their father) and pay their respects at the family altar. They clash about their respective struggles balancing Western lifestyles with the Eastern traditions of their upbringing.
An introspective drama with comedic and surrealist elements, The Death of Lý Văn Chi touches on themes such as grief, filial duty, and spirituality. It questions what a good life might entail through the lens of a family that has been scarred by displacement.
Director: Jefferson Nguyen
Writer/Performer: Henry Q Vo
Lighting/Design: Darren Thao
Sound Design: Phuong Lam
Hero Image Photographer: Darren Gill
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More detailsLa Mama Explorations 2026 is supported by the Cybec Foundation and the City of Melbourne Multi-Year Arts Grants Program