Karma
Con Thú Tật Nguyền
Synopsis
Binh is a South Vietnamese soldier whose wife Nga turns to a life of prostitution after Binh is classified as missing. When Binh does return, he finds it impossible to forgive the repentant Nga. The couple's doomed future continues, as Binh joins the Vietnamese Special Forces and a friend struggles to reunite the two.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hồ Quang Minh
- Screenplay & Story
- Hồ Quang Minh, Nguy Ngu
- Original Score
- Trịnh Công Sơn
- Original Title
- Con Thú Tật Nguyền
- Country of Origin
- Vietnam, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- Vietnamese
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Cactus Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hồ Quang Minh
Hồ Quang Minh, Nguy Ngu
Trịnh Công Sơn
Nguyễn Văn Tường
Department Leadership Roster
Hồ Quang Minh
Director
Hồ Quang Minh
Screenplay
Nguy Ngu
Screenplay
Trịnh Công Sơn
Original Music Composer
Nguyễn Văn Tường
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Frequently Asked Questions About Karma
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Karma about?
Binh is a South Vietnamese soldier whose wife Nga turns to a life of prostitution after Binh is classified as missing. When Binh does return, he finds it impossible to forgive the repentant Nga. The couple's doomed future continues, as Binh joins the Vietnamese Special Forces and a friend struggles to reunite the two.
Who directed Karma?
Karma was directed by Hồ Quang Minh.
Who stars in Karma?
The principal cast of Karma includes Phuong Dung, Lê Cung Bắc, Trần Quang, Thành Trí, Năm Sa Đéc.
When was Karma released and how long is it?
Karma was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Karma?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Karma was composed by Trịnh Công Sơn.