Prague, Sept. 4 -- The ASEAN+3 Film Festival opened in Prague on September 3 (local time), bringing together the film industries of ASEAN member states (Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand), alongside China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea.

This year's edition takes audiences on a journey through diverse narratives and striking visuals, highlighting the cultural richness, traditions, and people of Asia. Each film offers a unique perspective where emotions, history, and art converge to tell stories that are both relatable and distinctive.

The festival commenced with the animated short Love, Dad (2021) by Diana Cam Van Nguyen, a Czech director of Vietnamese origin. The film delves into the complex bond betwee...