The Vertical Ray of the Sun
2000, Vietnamese. Directed by Trần Anh Hùng.
Hanoi comes across almost picture-perfect in director Tran Anh Hung's beautiful, elegiac tale about the lives and loves of three Vietnamese sisters. A mood characteristic of Hung's films is set early on with the vivid sounds of birds, insects and water and the way the lighting enhances the subtle use of color. They all combine to gem-like effect here.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Vietnamese
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 69 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Vertical Ray of the Sun
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Details
- Released
- 24 May 2000
- Original title
- Mùa hè chiều thẳng đứng
- Country
- Vietnam, France, Germany
- Written by
- Trần Anh Hùng
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The Vertical Ray of the Sun: quick answers
Is The Vertical Ray of the Sun worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 69 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Vertical Ray of the Sun?
The Vertical Ray of the Sun runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Does The Vertical Ray of the Sun have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Vertical Ray of the Sun. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Vertical Ray of the Sun parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Vertical Ray of the Sun is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Vertical Ray of the Sun on?
The Vertical Ray of the Sun isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Vertical Ray of the Sun?
If you liked The Vertical Ray of the Sun, try Fire with Fire, Inventing the Abbotts, Dirt Music.
Who directed The Vertical Ray of the Sun?
The Vertical Ray of the Sun (2000) was directed by Trần Anh Hùng and stars Trần Nữ Yên Khê, Như Quỳnh, Lê Khanh.