Alongside the storyline of the characters in adulthood, starting from the age of 17, played by Avin Lu, Ngọc Xuân, Đỗ Nhật Hoàng, the child actors will portray the story at the age of 12. Childhood is one of the crucial parts of the film, having a close link with the stage of growing up, explaining the intense emotional line in love and friendship between Vinh, Miền, Phúc.
On the latest poster, the trio of child actors appear in simple forms, bearing a unique mark that will follow each character throughout the film: Vinh with a "còm" appearance, slightly hesitant expressions; Miền with long black hair, a face with a hint of sadness; while Phúc has a mischievous and agile appearance.
The fresh and lovely colors from the bright smiles mixed with a hint of shyness of the three child characters on the poster "A Story of the Past" promise to move the audience. Director Trịnh Đình Lê Minh said, the strength of the child actors lies in their innocent and natural acting, bringing a refreshing and new breeze to the film.
Although still young, the three child actors playing the main roles of Vinh, Miền, Phúc in "A Story of the Past" are familiar faces to the audience. Thanh Tú (playing Vinh) started acting at the age of 2, has participated in over 100 television and film projects, as well as music videos and TV commercials. Thanh Tú's most impressive role is the innocent and genuine "em Bo" in "Gạo nếp gạo tẻ."
Not lagging behind, Mona Bảo Tiên (playing Miền) also stepped into the artistic path at the age of 5 and ventured into film with the lovable role of "Trà Long nhí" in the film "Mắt biếc." Recently, Mona Bảo Tiên has participated in the film "The Last Wife."
The film revolves around the story of friendship and love between two young men and a girl from childhood to adulthood, facing the challenges of fate. The three characters Vinh, Miền, Phúc have loved, been bewildered, and overcome the difficulties of life together. The film is adapted from the long story of the same name by writer Nguyễn Nhật Ánh, first published in 2016 and re-published over 10 times with different cover designs to date. This work has received positive reviews and affection from readers across the country due to its gentle, romantic story and profound thoughts on love and growth.
The film is scheduled to be released in cinemas nationwide from November 1, 2024.
