Historical inspiration exchange for young people through the film "Tunnels: Sun in the Dark"

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025), on April 21, in Hanoi, the Youth Union of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in collaboration with the Youth Union of the Ministry of Finance , Vietnam Airlines, Vietcombank, and Vietnam National Energy Industry Group organized a political and ideological education program for youth union members called "Gratitude for History - Inspiring Youth".

Speaking at the program, Secretary of the Youth Union of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Minh Duc emphasized: “This is a meaningful activity toeducate revolutionary ideals, arouse national pride and civic responsibility for young people of the new era. Through the film, the young generation has the opportunity to look back on heroic history and better understand the value of peace today.”

Secretary of the Youth Union of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Minh Duc speaks at the program. (Photo: Le Minh)

The highlight of the program is the screening of the film "Tunnels: Sun in the Dark" - a new film by director Bui Thac Chuyen, set in the steel land of Cu Chi during the anti-American resistance war, vividly recreating the arduous fighting life of the Southern army and people in the tunnels.

With its emotional storytelling and realistic images, the film offers a close yet profound perspective on the Cu Chi tunnels – once an underground fortress, a symbol of the nation’s intelligence, bravery and indomitable spirit. Young actors such as Anh Tu (as Luc Tac) and Nhat Y (as Ba Hieu) were also present at the event to share their transformation process and feelings about being part of a project with such historical significance.

Within the framework of the program, the film crew shared about the process of making the film "Tunnel: Sun in the Dark". (Photo: Le Minh)

In particular, the appearance of Hero of the People's Armed Forces To Van Duc brought many emotions to the young audience. The authentic memories of the tunnels, of the comradeship and team spirit in the heart of Cu Chi are a vivid bridge between history and the present, between cinema and reality.

Secretary of the Youth Union of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Minh Duc emphasized that young people in peacetime also face many equally great challenges: “We do not live in bombs and bullets, but are facing challenges of peace , development, and national identity in the digital age. The first important thing is to understand history, appreciate the sacrifices of previous generations - from which to form a true and profound love for the Fatherland.”

Comrade Le Minh Duc also believes that cinematic works such as “Tunnels: Sun in the Dark” are not simply art, but are vivid materials that help the young generation look back at the past to move forward firmly in the present and future.

The program attracted more than 400 youth union members from many agencies and units. (Photo: Le Minh)

The program attracted more than 400 youth union members from many agencies and units. The lively and emotional exchange atmosphere demonstrated the interest, learning and strong national pride of the young generation. The members also shared their emotional feelings when they first listened to a living witness tell a story about the battlefield, saw the behind-the-scenes of a historical film and felt the connection between cinema - history - youth in a vivid way.

Through the program, the Organizing Committee hopes to contribute to strongly spreading the message: gratitude for the past - living responsibly for the present - creating the future. At the same time, affirming the role of culture - art, especially cinema, in ideological education for the youth - the force that inherits and builds the country in the new era.

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Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/giao-luu-truyen-cam-hung-lich-su-cho-thanh-nien-qua-phim-dia-dao-mat-troi-trong-bong-toi-2025042208430946.htm