description Indochine Overview
Indochine is a 1992 French drama set during the period of colonial French Indochina (1930s-1950s). The narrative centers on Éliane Devries and her adopted Vietnamese daughter, Camille, amidst growing Vietnamese nationalism. The film was directed by Régis Wargnier and received an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
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info Indochine Specifications
| Country | France |
| Year | 1992 |
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What historical period does Indochine cover?
The story begins in French Indochina during the 1930s and follows its characters through anticolonial unrest. Its later scenes point toward the 1954 Geneva Conference and the end of French colonial rule.
What is the relationship between Eliane and Camille?
Eliane Devries, a French rubber-plantation owner played by Catherine Deneuve, raises the Vietnamese princess Camille as her adopted daughter. Their bond fractures after both become emotionally entangled with French naval officer Jean-Baptiste.
Why does Camille become involved with Vietnamese nationalists?
Camille's journey exposes her to colonial violence and separates her from Eliane's protected world. She eventually joins the independence movement and becomes known as the Red Princess.
Did Indochine win an Academy Award?
Yes. Regis Wargnier's film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, representing France at the ceremony honoring films from 1992.
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