The Bamboo Incident
"Pronounced WHA-BIN...so you won't forget it."
Originally released in 1970. The Bamboo Incident is a war/drama film. directed by Raoul Coutard.
Starring Phi Lan, Huynh Cazenas, and Danièle Delorme
Synopsis
A young Vietnamese boy's life is thrown into turmoil by the war raging in his country. The ten year old remains with his mother and baby sister as his father goes off to fight for the Viet Cong. During his father's absence, his mother dies from overwork and the inability to find proper medical care for her illness. He cares for his baby sister and struggles to earn a living by shining shoes and doing other odd jobs before his father returns. Both an American soldier and a Viet Cong regular are shown defending their country's political agenda. Also shown are guerilla tactics and bombings in this feature directed by veteran combat photographer Raoul Coutard.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 22, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Parc Film
- CAPAC
- Les Productions de la Guéville
- Madeleine Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bamboo Incident about?
A young Vietnamese boy's life is thrown into turmoil by the war raging in his country. The ten year old remains with his mother and baby sister as his father goes off to fight for the Viet Cong. Du...
Who directed The Bamboo Incident?
The Bamboo Incident was directed by Raoul Coutard.
How long is The Bamboo Incident?
The Bamboo Incident has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was The Bamboo Incident released?
The Bamboo Incident was released on June 22, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bamboo Incident?
The main cast of The Bamboo Incident includes Phi Lan, Huynh Cazenas, Danièle Delorme, Le Quynh, Bui Thi Thanh.