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Inspired by Chuyện Người Con Gái Nam Xương and Đèn Âm Hồn, the story is set in a rural village in Northern Vietnam during the feudal era. Thương, a mother raising her son Lĩnh alone while awaiting her husband's return from war, faces eerie events after Lĩnh accidentally discovers a mysterious lantern. The boy begins calling the shadow cast on the wall his father. According to the village shaman, the lantern is a đèn âm hồn, capable of summoning vengeful spirits. Strange and haunting occurrences unfold, leaving Thương and the villagers to question: is the shadow truly Lĩnh's father or something far more sinister?
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How long is The Soul Lantern?
The Soul Lantern has a runtime of 1h 41m (1 hour and 41 minutes).
Who directed The Soul Lantern?
The Soul Lantern was directed by Hoàng Nam and released in 2025.
What genre is The Soul Lantern?
The Soul Lantern is a Horror film (2025).
Who stars in The Soul Lantern?
The cast of The Soul Lantern includes Chiều Xuân, Hạo Khang, Quang Teo, Hoàng Kim Ngọc, Diễm Trang.
