VTV special "Seeds of Happiness" broadcast simultaneously in Vietnam and Cuba

Notably, Cuban National Television will also broadcast this film at the same time as Vietnam, marking a historic cooperation in the field of television between the two countries.

“Seeds of Happiness” recreates the journey of Vietnam transferring special rice varieties, including CT16 rice, to Cuba – a brotherly country that has always stood side by side with Vietnam in the most difficult times.

This is one of the important directions of the Party and State leaders to accompany Cuba in ensuring food security in challenging times, with Vietnamese rice varieties directly grown by the people of the two countries on Cuban soil.

Through the story of rice grains, the film depicts Vietnam as not only the world's leading rice exporting country, but also a compassionate nation, ready to share knowledge and experience with international friends to build a prosperous and happy life.

Regarding this parallel broadcast event, Vice President of the Cuban Institute of Information and Social Communications Jorge Legañoa Alonso emphasized: “The parallel broadcast of VTV’s special documentary by Cuban National Television is not only a communication activity, but also a vivid demonstration of the loyal and pure relationship between the two peoples. This is a precious spiritual gift on the occasion of the great anniversary of the Vietnamese people.”

Mr. Tu Luong, Director of Vietnam Television Center in Ho Chi Minh City, Head of the VTV Special “Seeds of Happiness” delegation, affirmed that the broadcasting of this VTV Special is even more meaningful when the values of Independence – Freedom – Happiness that our nation won 80 years ago are still being nurtured and spread to the world.

With its direct, emotional cinematic storytelling, along with elaborate investment in images, music and materials, “Seeds of Happiness” promises to bring audiences an emotional, humane and meaningful experience on this year’s National Day.

The journey of CT16 rice germinating and growing well on the red soil fields of Cuba is a testament to the friendship between the two countries: Vietnam received support from Cuba during the war years and today the rice grains have become a bridge bringing faith, prosperity and happiness to the Cuban people.

Director Nguyen Duc De, director of VTV Special “Seeds of Happiness”, shared that the film has no commentary, but tells the story through images, sounds and emotions. Each grain of rice, each smile on the farmer’s face is a simple but profound message.

To get authentic footage, the crew spent a long journey in Cuba’s Pinar del Río region. They captured the moment when Cuban farmers bowed down to sow Vietnamese seeds with the belief of a bountiful harvest, Vietnamese and Cuban hands working together to cultivate the fields, sharing experiences and hopes.

In particular, the film captures the emotional moments of Vietnamese experts - those who have accepted being away from their families, putting aside their personal worries when having to live far away from their loved ones.

They stay in a house that Cubans often call “Vietnam House” in the middle of the fields, where there is a lack of electricity, water and minimal living conditions, to accompany Cuban farmers every day to sow each grain of Vietnamese rice.

In the midst of hardship, their greatest joy was seeing their Cuban friends smile happily when the rice flowers bloomed, when the fields turned green with hope. That moment clarified the simple yet profound message: “Happiness will be doubled when you know how to give and help others be happy.”

Source: https://hanoimoi.vn/vtv-dac-biet-hat-giong-hanh-phuc-phat-song-song-tai-viet-nam-va-cuba-713394.html