The screenings are among the highlights of the festival’s international cultural exchange programme and will take place at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel.

The three-day programme will feature screenings at 10am, 1pm, 3pm and 7:30pm, with free admission for local residents and visitors.

The 16 films feature diverse themes and storytelling styles, offering perspectives on people, history and contemporary social life. They include Hanoi: 5 Senses (Vietnam), The Rebel (India), Freeman (Australia), Beyond the Footsteps (Angola), White Eye (Israel), I Am Libyan (Libya) and A Faraway Fire (Chile).

Through different stories and cinematic approaches, the films explore human experiences, heritage, customs and family relationships, allowing audiences to encounter different cultures through the experiences of the characters on screen.

Taking place from October 1 to October 4, the festival is a significant event to mark the 50th anniversary of Vietnam’s membership in UNESCO (1976-2026). The opening ceremony is slated for October 1 which will blend traditional heritage with the spirit of the modern era.

Alongside the film screenings, the festival introduces 45 cultural zones, 35 food stalls and a fashion area showcasing traditional attire from 15 countries. Nineteen international performing arts troupes are also taking part in the event.

Second Hanoi World Cultural Festival to bridge heritage and future

VOV.VN - The second Hanoi World Cultural Festival will take place from October 1 to 4 at the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long under the theme "Converging Heritage, Shaping the Future," marking the 50th anniversary of Vietnam’s admission to UNESCO.