Coming to Cannes 2018 as an investor and producer, Ly Nha Ky is now a celebrated individual with influence and power among other top of the game celebrities in this overly competitive film industry.
From her very first appearance at Cannes, Ly Nha Ky quickly rose as a daring fashion icon on par with many stars around the world. The red carpet is always such a battle field of evening gowns and luxurious accessories. Some will emerge victorious in the spotlight, or find themselves in the wrong outfits on the walk of fame.
And she rarely was outside of the spotlight with her signature classy posture and attractive complexion. Impressively stunning dresses one after another, she never loses the classic beauty and sharp complexion that made her name every time she appeared on the red carpet.
Gibbal Hardy, president of Indépendants de Paris theater at Cannes remarked that out of every celebrity who walked Cannes red carpet, she deeply cared about and anticipate Ly Nha Ky and her input to the fashion walkway that day.
Not only it is rare to have an Asian face as frequent as her on the red carpet, she also a co-producer, an investor of a production selected in the Un Certain Regard section. The press was certainly fascinated.
Many film, entertainment, and fashion magazines in France considered the beauty a rising star in art as well as in social contribution.
In French media, Ly Nha Ky’s name represented her position as the President of the LYNK group, Vietnamese artist and Tourism Ambassador. Ly Nha Ky co-produced the highly anticipated movie "Angle Face", presented in Cannes in the "Un certain regard" section. She is truly an independent, ambitious and influential woman.
Her history with the film industry went way back and despite her handful roles, a part of her has always been devoted to the cinematic world. Previous appearances at Cannes has helped this woman to find her way back into her passion and work on Angle Face. And the result was more than word can describe, it was such an emotional journey for Ly Nha Ky and the whole team.
French Vogue sat Ly Nha Ky down for an exclusive interview
Tell us in a few sentences you journey?
At the age of 16, I left Vietnam to study in Germany, and immediately fell in love with European culture. Back to Vietnam years later, I developed a real estate company that today has grown into a group of 18 subsidiaries.
How did you come to production?
I have always been passionate about cinema. I developed my own production company a few years ago for advertising and cinema but also a foundation to develop artistic films around the world.
Since last fall I have invested in two films, the first was a feature film by Vanessa Filho, Angel Face with Marion Cotillard, selected in the Un Certain Regard section at the 71st Cannes Film Festival. Second wasOlivier Assayas' latest film, E-BOOK with Juliette Binoche and Guillaume Canet.
What does the Cannes Festival represent for you?
This is for me the essential event of the film industry, the largest film festival in the world where everything can be done, all possible meetings and multiple opportunities to develop international co-production projects.
How did you come to produce Angel Face?
Already patron of the Cinéfondation, I wanted to go further and provide financial support to a new director. The brilliant script from Vanessa Filho immediately moved me. Touched in the heart, I made my decision to be involved in the project as an investor and co-producer.
Marion Cotillard was also very much invested into this project as well and it motivated me. There was no hesitation into producing such a project that everyone involved was passionately devoted.
What did you feel the first time you saw it?
Completely overwhelmed. The maternity love here is sublime, the extraordinary actors and this story tore my heart. Such a wonderful and wholesome feeling. That evening we were awarded with a standing ovation of more than 15 minute, and it made me cry. I am so happy and proud to have co-produced this film.
What kind of cinema do you like?
I truly enjoy cinematic work that speaks about society, the reality of life, even if it is often hard for many. Regardless, good cinematic experience has the ability to transport you into the emotions of the real, and touch us in the depths of our souls.
What do you think of French cinema?
French film industry is very diverse.France is full of great talent, great screenwriters and exceptional filmmakers. French cinema is very distinguished and constantly contributed to the French cultural identity worldwide.
What is your movie icon?
Marion Cotillard.
What relationship do you have with fashion?
It's a real passion.
Minh Nguyen
Photo: Mr. AT
Make-up: Minh Loc
Jewelry: Paolo Piovan
