For many years, Phuong Anh Dao has often been associated with introverted characters with emotional depth but with little strong action. Therefore, her taking on a role that requires physical strength, psychological conflict and many dangerous scenes in "The God-given Treasure" is considered a noteworthy step. Behind-the-scenes episodes show that she has to directly face tense situations such as wrestling, attacking co-stars, even holding knives in a climax.
It is worth mentioning that these scenes are not simply "coloring" Tet movies, but are closely associated with the character's psychological development journey. Ngoc - the single mother played by Phuong Anh Dao is not only the image of a woman enduring, but also forced to resist, defend herself and make life-and-death decisions. This is also the type of role that the actress wants: not repeating herself, not safe, not predictable.
Sharing backstage, Phuong Anh Dao frankly said that she has refused many invitations in recent years because she feels the characters are too similar. For her, acting in movies is not just about completing a role, but an opportunity to "live" a different life. This view partly explains why she is willing to try her hand at risky action scenes, even though she is not a type of actress specializing in this genre.
The combination with Quach Ngoc Ngoan also contributes to creating a new color for the role. On one side is the image of a seasoned actor with villain roles, on the other side is Phuong Anh Dao in a state of both hesitation and determination. That contrast helps the film series not only have the entertainment element of the Tet season, but also brings a tense psychological tone, many layers of emotions.
In the context that the Tet movie market often prioritizes humor, lightness and ease of viewing, "The God-given Treasure" follows the direction of harmonizing entertainment and depth of content. The film tells the story of a single mother who accidentally meets a sperm donor - who is also her child's biological father, opening up a series of situations that are both ironic and contradictory. The journey of the characters not only revolves around laughter, but also raises questions about responsibility, family affection and personal choices.
For Phuong Anh Dao, "The God-given Treasure" is not only a Tet movie project, but also a milestone showing a change in professional thinking. Instead of repeating the familiar image, she chose to step out of the comfort zone to experiment with new, more challenging roles. This is also a positive sign that the actress is finding ways to refresh herself, and at the same time contribute to improving the quality of content for the Tet movie genre, which is often considered "easy" and formula.
