The Vertical Ray of the Sun

A film written and directed by Tran Anh Hung

NOTE: The film will be discussed, not viewed, at the gathering.

From the New York Times review by A. O. Scott: "In his [2000] film, The Vertical Ray of the Sun Mr. Hung moves north to Hanoi - a city whose pace of life seems languorous and stately - and examines, with Chekhovian decorum, the lives of three sisters whose parents have recently died... The three sisters... have an easy closeness, but their other relationships are more troubled."  The film is composed of "scenes of such delicate beauty that you almost want to climb into the frame."

The film is available on DVD and there are multiple copies available at the Seattle Public Library.  The DVD is also available from Netfllix.

Anyone who has watched the film is welcome, as are new participants; no long-term commitment required. Email the hosts at least two days before the meeting if you plan to attend. Contact Peter Greenfield ’67 with questions or suggestions.