Triple Green CineCapital Sets Charlie Nguyen Video Game Adaptation ‘The Scourge’ As First Vietnamese Investment

Southeast Asian film investment fund Triple Green CineCapital (TGC) has announced its first investment in a Vietnamese project, partnering with Charlie Nguyen’s Chanh Phuong Films on the horror drama titled "The Scourge." This film is an adaptation of a Vietnamese video game of the same name, which has garnered over 100,000 downloads and boasts a 94% positive rating on the gaming platform Steam. The announcement marks a significant step for TGC as it expands its portfolio into the Vietnamese film industry. The partnership was formalized during the Cannes Film Market, where Skyline Media introduced "The Scourge" to potential buyers. This event highlighted the growing interest in Vietnamese cinema and the potential for international collaborations. TGC's investment signifies its commitment to exploring new markets and supporting local talent in Southeast Asia, particularly in Vietnam. Additionally, TGC made its industry debut at Indonesia’s JAFF Market, indicating its broader ambitions within the region. The collaboration with Chanh Phuong Films is expected to leverage the popularity of the original video game, aiming to attract both gamers and horror film enthusiasts. The project reflects a trend of adapting successful video games into films, a strategy that has seen varying degrees of success in the global film industry.