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Biography
Kim Nguyen has gained international recognition for his films, which are known for their atmospheric visual style, and elements of fantasy and magic realism. He is perhaps best known for his fourth feature, Rebelle (War Witch, 2012), a harrowing portrait of child soldiers in sub-Saharan Africa. It received numerous honours including 10 Canadian Screen Awards and eight Jutra Awards — including trophies for best director and screenplay at both galas — and an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.
Awards & recognition
- Canadian Screen Awards · 2013
Filmography5 titles

The Measure of a Man
2015Production Manager
2015Production Manager

War Witch
2012Director, Producer, Screenplay
2012Director, Producer, Screenplay

Eye on Juliet
2018Director, Writer
2018Director, Writer

Two Lovers and a Bear
2016Director, Screenplay
2016Director, Screenplay

The Hummingbird Project
2018Director, Executive Producer, Writer
2018Director, Executive Producer, Writer