Victor Vu's film, Detective Kien: The Headless Horror, is receiving an international release across North America, Europe, and Asia in 2025. Distributed by 3388 Films, the movie began its theatrical run this week, starting May 29 in the USA, Germany, Czech Republic, and Slovakia, followed by the UK, Canada, Norway, Sweden, and Poland on May 30, with France, Bulgaria, and Japan to follow.
The film has already achieved success in Vietnam, becoming the #1 horror thriller. This 19th-century mystery follows Detective Kien (Quoc Huy) as he investigates a headless body in a rural Vietnamese village.
Known for balancing critical acclaim and commercial success, Victor Vu's film blends mystery, horror, and thriller elements. The film was shot in 200-year-old villages and homes, offering a realistic portrayal of Vietnamese society during that period. The running time is approximately 131 minutes.