Thirteen years after the end of the Vietnam War, a family who was tragically affected by the war are forced to emigrate to America.Thirteen years after the end of the Vietnam War, a family who was tragically affected by the war are forced to emigrate to America.Thirteen years after the end of the Vietnam War, a family who was tragically affected by the war are forced to emigrate to America.
- Awards
- 7 wins total
Alan Vo Ford
- Executive Producer
- (as Alan Ford)
Jacquie Nguyen
- Granddaughter On Boat
- (as Thuy Nguyen)
Storyline
Did you know
- GoofsWhile the Vietnamese who had relocated to Southern California were in an English class, the blackboard read, "Wednesday June 21 1981." June 21, 1981 was a Sunday.
- ConnectionsReferenced in Best Worst Movie (2009)
Featured review
I viewed this masterpiece on its premiere. To my surprise, EVERYBODY in the theater broke down because the movie is unmistakably powerful. Even for those who are of other ethnic backgrounds could feel the movie.
Its a beautiful movie about struggle, pain, love, and the conflicts of the war. When viewing this film, its impossible NOT to cry because the actors are GREAT.After the premiere, I have had a fortunate chance to meet LONG, (the main character) and this is his second film! It's unbelievable what the Vietnamese went through. I, being Vietnamese my self didn't have to read the subtitles (obviously) so warning to those who have not seen the movie, be ready for the subtitles.
For those who like war movies, this would be a little different due to that it shows the ugly side of war, and what one must do to cope with loss, separation, etc.
This is based on TRUE events, and is finally being told for the first time. I am truly glad this movie was made because it can be viewed by my family and friends for years to come. It'll be in my DVD collection when it comes out!
Its a beautiful movie about struggle, pain, love, and the conflicts of the war. When viewing this film, its impossible NOT to cry because the actors are GREAT.After the premiere, I have had a fortunate chance to meet LONG, (the main character) and this is his second film! It's unbelievable what the Vietnamese went through. I, being Vietnamese my self didn't have to read the subtitles (obviously) so warning to those who have not seen the movie, be ready for the subtitles.
For those who like war movies, this would be a little different due to that it shows the ugly side of war, and what one must do to cope with loss, separation, etc.
This is based on TRUE events, and is finally being told for the first time. I am truly glad this movie was made because it can be viewed by my family and friends for years to come. It'll be in my DVD collection when it comes out!
- tacoz4sale
- Dec 19, 2005
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- Release date
- Country of origin
- Official sites
- Languages
- Also known as
- Vượt Sóng
- Filming locations
- Production companies
- See more company credits at IMDbPro
Box office
- Budget
- $1,300,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $641,039
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $83,397
- Mar 25, 2007
- Gross worldwide
- $655,927
- Runtime2 hours 15 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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