PLOT : Ru explores the journey of Nguyen An Tinh, a young girl who moves from Vietnam to Montreal with her family after the fall of Saigon in 1975. Through her eyes, the film follows the family’s efforts to rebuild their lives in a completely new culture — learning a new language, adapting to snowy winters, and discovering an unfamiliar world. Based on Kim Thúy’s Governor General’s Award–winning novel and directed by Charles-Olivier Michaud, Ru explores themes of identity, belonging, and resilience, capturing the balance between nostalgia for the past and hope for the future.
Charles-Olivier Michaud. Charles-Olivier Michaud is a Quebec-born filmmaker known for his dynamic storytelling and emotional depth. Raised in Quebec City and a graduate of the Los Angeles Film School, Michaud has built an impressive international career as both a director and screenwriter. He made his feature debut with Snow and Ashes (2010), followed by On the Beat (2011), Exile (2012), 4 Minute Mile (2014), and Anna (2015), which was widely acclaimed for its raw emotional power. His most recent film, Ru (2023), continues his exploration of stories that bridge cultures and experiences, cementing his reputation as one of Quebec’s most thoughtful and internationally minded directors.
Length 1h 56min
Year 2023
Cast
Chloé Djandji, Chantal Thuy, Jean Bui, Olivier Dinh,
Distribution Criterion Pictures
Production Amalga Créations Médias Inc.