synopsis
Y Vân: The Lost Sounds of Saigon tells the epic story of Y Vân, a legendary Vietnamese composer, and his granddaughter Khoa as she journeys to uncover and preserve his lost music.
A story told across three generations, Y Vân: The Lost Sounds of Saigon brings to life the golden age of Saigon and uncovers a timeless tale of love, music and family.
What People
Are Saying
“One of the most important music docs I’ve ever seen.”
— The GASLAMP KILLER
“A Masterpiece.”
— SLOWZ NGUYEN
“The next Searching For Sugarman”
— Paul Trillo
“a cultural time machine.”
— the park record
“Treats archival recovery like a spiritual quest.”
— letterboxd
Featured Products
Introducing the first-ever Y VÂN 45 RPM record bundle. This exclusive collection features four 7-inch vinyl records celebrating the timeless music of legendary Vietnamese composer Y Vân. Featuring five newly restored and remastered classics, each record comes in a custom-designed sleeve inspired by the man, the myth, the legend: Y VÂN.
A piece of Vietnamese musical history, preserved on vinyl for a new generation of listeners and collectors.
Tracklist:
Sài Gòn (Cha Cha Cha) performed by Carol Kim
60 Năm (Twist) performed by Phương Tâm
20–40 (Slow Twist) performed by Mai Lệ Huyền
Lòng Mẹ (Slow) performed by Thanh Nga
Đêm Huyền Diệu (Hully Gully) performed by Connie Kim
Includes: 4 individual 7-inch 45 RPM vinyl records with illustrated sleeves.
PRE-ORDER NOW | $168
Estimated shipping: First two weeks of December 2026.
A little mystery from the golden age of Saigon. WHICH ONE WILL YOU GET?
Receive one mystery 45 RPM record selected at random, featuring two newly restored and remastered Y Vân classics on a collectible 7-inch vinyl record.
Side A brings back the iconic rhythm of Sàigòn (Cha Cha Cha) performed by Carol Kim, while Side B holds a special surprise.
Includes: 1 individual 7-inch 45 RPM vinyl record with a custom sleeve.
PRE-ORDER NOW | $50
Estimated shipping: First two weeks of December 2026.
18" x 24"
UV-coated, waterproof, weatherproof, and fade-resistant
Durable, tear-resistant PVC material
Printed in USA
NOW AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER*
Only 8 available, hand-numbered and signed
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Refillable for a lifetime of use; For optimal performance, we recommend genuine Zippo fuel, flints and wicks
Made in USA by Zippo; comes packaged in a gift box
Fuel: Zippo lighter fuel (sold separately)
*PRE-ORDER: Please allow 2-4 weeks for us to process and ship your custom order.
ATLANTA — MAY 2026
GRAND JURY AWARD
BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
“Through its poppy style, expert eye for design, and fresh, accessible use of archival footage, our award-winning film follows its intrepid lead as she makes deep contact with her home culture and weaves her family story through the sometimes-painful history of a whole country, all while revelling in the delight of recovering and passing on an artistic legacy to younger generation.”
JURORS
Shana Swanson
Supervising Producer at ITVS
Katie Pham
Documentary Producer
Ann Rose
Documentary Editor & Producer
SAN LUIS OBISPO — APRIL 2026
AUDIENCE AWARDS
BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
AND
BEST OF FEST
PAST EVENTS
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New Orleans Film Festival
New Orleans, LA
Screening
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 5:30PM
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 3:45PM
Theater
The MBS Black Box Theater at the Contemporary Arts Center -
VIET FILM FEST
Santa Ana, CA
Screening
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 6:00 PMTheater
The Frida Cinema -
HAAPIFEST
Houston, TX
Screening
Closing Night
Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 6:30PM
Theater
DoubleTree by Hilton
10609 Westpark Dr.
Houston, TX 77042 -
Florida Film Festival
Orlando, FL
Screenings
Monday, April 13, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Regal (Theater B) | Winter Park Village, FL
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 12:15 PM
Enzian Theater | Maitland, FL
Followed by Q&A -
Atlanta Film Festival
Atlanta, GA
Screenings
Saturday April 25th | 7:00 PMTheater
Tara Theatre | Eddie Auditorium
2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE,
Atlanta, GA 30324 -
SLO Film Festival
San Luis Obispo, CA
Screenings
Fri, Apr 24th, 2026 | 1:15 PM
Downtown Centre Cinemas (Screen 4)Sun, Apr 26th, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Downtown Centre Cinemas (Screen 4)Tue, Apr 28th, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Palm Theatre (Screen 2) -
San Diego Asian Film Festival
San Diego, CA
SDAFF Spring Showcase
Closing Night
Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 7:00PM -
LAAPFF
Los Angeles, CA
Screening
Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 9:00 PMTheater
AMC Atlantic Times Square -
Doclands
San Rafael, CA
Screening
Friday, May 1, 2026 | 7:00 PMSunday, May 3, 2026 (Panel)
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