Indochine

Set against the backdrop of French colonial Vietnam, this 1992 film directed by Régis Wargnier follows the life of Éliane Devries, a French plantation owner, and her adopted Vietnamese daughter, Camille. The narrative intricately weaves personal and political turmoil as the characters navigate love, loyalty, and the rising tide of Vietnamese nationalism. Starring Catherine Deneuve, who delivers a compelling performance, the film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. For those interested, it can be viewed on Soap2day for free.