The character of Mr. Phi played by Meritorious Artist Hoang Hai in the movie "Gia dinh bat phong" received the attention of the audience. This role is not only a personal story but also shows the pressure of age and the economic burden on middle-aged workers.
Most of the film revolves around Mr. Phi's turbulent life after being forced into early retirement at the age of over 50. The pressure from bank loans and financial responsibility towards his family, especially his deposit to return home, did not allow him to rest. He was forced to face the bitter reality of having to find a new job in his old age.
Despite his experience, Mr. Phi still faces great difficulties. The age barrier caused him to "use up the soles of his shoes" but still could not find a job.
To maintain his figure and not want his wife and children to worry, Mr. Phi lied that he had received many job offers and was considering them. However, the harsh truth made him depressed and had to turn to wine to relieve his sadness. Mr. Phi's lie was discovered by Ms. Anh ( Meritorious Artist Kieu Anh).
To help her family, Ms. Anh is a dancer and had to decide to work as an extra shift Helper. These details pushed Mr. Phi's family into extreme crisis, leading to having to sell their house and use their savings. The consecutive epidemics made the family atmosphere increasingly heavy.
Meritorious Artist Hoang Hai's role as Mr. Phi received praise from the audience. What makes this character strongly impressed is the authenticity and closeness to the real life of many middle-aged workers today.
On forums, the audience simultaneously commented: "Work life is not as stressful as retirement life", "Must try to keep the job before falling into Mr. Phi's situation"...
Meritorious Artist Hoang Hai successfully described the suffering, helplessness and inner turmoil of a man who suddenly lost his job, honor and faced competition for work in society.
Mr. Phi's situation made viewers see an image of themselves or their loved ones in it. The film conveys the message of "age barrier" and "career transformation" to become more profound and sympathetic.
The role of Mr. Phi affirms Meritorious Artist Hoang Hai's acting talent in conveying the character's psychology.
From Mr. Phi's case, practice shows that age is the biggest barrier for workers, especially middle-aged people.
Older people face more difficulties in recruitment and have a higher long-term unemployment rate than younger age groups.
Changing jobs also poses a risk of affecting pension plans. When faced with financial difficulties, they easily accept short-term, unstable jobs, making them vulnerable.
This is reality, and has been adapted into a script by filmmakers.
