The Tailor (2017): Cast & Plot
The Tailor is a 2017 drama directed by Kay Nguyễn, starring Veronica Ngo as Thanh Mai, Ninh Dương Lan Ngọc and Oanh Kiều. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Director
- Kay Nguyễn
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Vietnamese - Studio
- Studio68
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Tailor About?
The premise of The Tailor without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The film explores the evolution of the traditional Vietnamese ao dai during the 1960s in Saigon, a period considered its peak. Through the story of a tailor and his family, audiences witness the changing fashion and style of the ao dai as it transitions into modern times. The narrative also portrays the spirit of women in the 60s and 70s, contrasting a gentler Saigon with the bustling city it would become. The story unfolds within the complexities of family relationships and simmering tensions between two families.
The Tailor Cast & Characters
Veronica Ngo leads the cast as Thanh Mai, with Ninh Dương Lan Ngọc as Như Ý and Oanh Kiều as Young Thanh Loan. Directed by Kay Nguyễn; 8 actors are credited in all.
- Director Kay Nguyễn
- Veronica Ngo as Thanh Mai
- Ninh Dương Lan Ngọc as Như Ý
- Oanh Kiều as Young Thanh Loan
- Hồng Vân as An Khánh
Also Starring in The Tailor
· 4 more- Diễm My 9x Helen
- Diễm My Old Thanh Loan
- S.T Sơn Thạch Tuấn
- Le Trang Người coi nhà (Janitor)
The Tailor Plot Summary
What happens in The Tailor from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Set against the backdrop of the 1960s, a period widely regarded as the golden age of traditional Vietnamese attire, the story serves as a vivid re-enactment of the áo dài era. This narrative weaves together the evolution of style and fashion across different time periods, centered around the life of Miss Ba. Through this lens, the audience is presented with a nostalgic vision of Saigon in the 1960s and 70s, portraying a city filled with honest, gentle women—a stark, serene contrast to the frantic energy of the modern metropolis. This atmospheric journey is intricately tied to the complex dynamics between two families, the bonds between mothers and daughters, and the professional rivalry and passion found within a fabric shop and a tailor house.
Full summary
The whole story of The Tailor, scene by scene
The Tailor Trailers & Videos
The teaser of The Tailor.
How Well Do You Know The Tailor?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which traditional Vietnamese garment does the story revolve around?
The Tailor Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “디자이너” and “西贡三姐”.
- Also known as
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- 디자이너
- 西贡三姐
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The Tailor FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Tailor, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Tailor?
The Tailor runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was The Tailor released?
The Tailor was released on October 14, 2017.
Who directed The Tailor?
The Tailor was directed by Kay Nguyễn.
Who is in the cast of The Tailor?
The Tailor stars Veronica Ngo as Thanh Mai, Ninh Dương Lan Ngọc as Như Ý and Oanh Kiều as Young Thanh Loan, among 8 credited actors.
Does The Tailor have a post-credit scene?
No. The Tailor has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Tailor in?
The original language of The Tailor is Vietnamese.
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