Ban Men Village
Ban Men, Thanh Nua Commune, Dien Bien Province
Production ready
PAI 0.5
Crew size: Medium (16-50)
Processing time: No data available
Category: Rural & countryside spaces
Ban Men - A Thai cultural space in the heart of Dien Bien valley Located in Thanh Nua Commune, Dien Bien Province, approximately 5 km from the center of Dien Bien Phu City via National Highway 12, Ban Men is a representative cultural tourism village deeply connected to the long-standing lifestyle of the Black Thai community. The village spans nearly 70 hectares, with about 45 hectares dedicated to farmland. Its landscape is defined by traditional stilt houses, rice paddies, village paths, and communal living spaces. The village's terrain is relatively independent on flat land, creating a harmonious transition between residential areas, fields, and the surrounding mountainous landscape. The daily life of the residents revolves around rice cultivation, farming, animal husbandry, brocade weaving, and traditional cultural activities, providing a rich tapestry of authentic local life. From a visual perspective, the system of stilt houses, village paths, fields, traditional costumes, handicrafts, and communal spaces allows for diverse framing, from wide shots of the village to close-ups of daily life and labor. With its distinct indigenous cultural characteristics, Ban Men is suitable as a backdrop for feature films, documentaries, travelogues, and works exploring mountain life, ethnic culture, and the Northwest community. Information compiled by: PTIT Photo source: PTIT.
Location fees
General information
Charging model
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Deposit
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Notes
Location rental costs and usage conditions are negotiated directly with the management authority prior to filming. In the event of damage to property or facilities, the crew is responsible for covering repair/replacement costs as agreed upon with the management authority.
Filming location fee schedule
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Applicable policy
Fee discount/waiver policy
Preferential policies are available for domestic and international film crews.
Applicable conditions
Crews must register and obtain approval from the management authority before filming. The use of props, filming equipment, lighting, or any changes to the spatial layout must be notified and approved in advance. Crews are responsible for preserving property and facilities and restoring the location to its original state after filming.
Location rules
Do not film residents during their daily activities without obtaining proper consent.
Do not alter the architecture or rearrange the layout of stilt houses without permission.
Do not use traditional costumes, utensils, rituals, or cultural activities out of context.
Limit loud noise in residential areas.
Do not obstruct village paths, walkways, or the production and daily activities of the residents.
Night filming and drone usage require confirmation from the management authority and must comply with flight operation regulations.
Infrastructure
Accessibility
16-45 seat vehicle
Car / 16-seat vehicle
Motorbike
Production support
Drone filming allowed
Night filming allowed
Transport service
Authority coordination support
Low noise
Facilities
Three-phase power
Near hospital
4G/5G internet
Waiting area
Set building area
Water source
Backup power
Restrooms
Special Hazards
Narrow roads, difficult for moving large equipment
Impact on the daily life of the local community
Rainy weather, slippery ground
Risk of collision or damage to stilt houses and cultural artifacts
Location map
Contact information
Temperature
29.7°C
Feels like 34.6°C
Weather
Mưa nhẹ
Humidity 82%
Wind direction
Northeast
11 m/s
Sunrise / sunset
