BEAM Seniors: In the Nguyen Kitchen

Synopsis

First-time feature filmmaker Stéphane Ly-Cuong blends a heady cocktail of musical theatre, Vietnamese cuisine and second-generation tension to create a bitter-sweet musical comedy which tells the story of Vietnamese-French actress Yvonne Nguyen (played by Clotilde Chevalier) who dreams of a successful career in musical theatre, and her mother (Anh Tran Nghia) who imagines a more conventional path for her daughter.

When Yvonne has no choice but to move back to her mother’s, both women are strangers to each other. But in the intimacy of the family’s Vietnamese restaurant kitchen, their bond grows closer. Meanwhile, Yvonne is still chasing her dreams, yet when she gets the chance to audition for a big production, she finds herself torn between fulfilling her lifelong ambition and remaining true to herself.

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Welcome to BEAM Seniors!

A regular opportunity for cinema lovers aged 65 and over to watch great films every other Thursday.

Taking place every other Thursday at 11:30, these screenings are aimed at creating a welcoming space for those aged 65+ to enjoy films at a quiet time of day for £5.

At BEAM Seniors, you can come alone, join us with a friend or family member or spark up a conversation with a fellow audience member. It’s totally up to you.