Cây Nhỏ is a storytelling studio that uses documentary filmmaking and photography to help brands and organizations share authentic values through real stories about people, nature, and change.
We believe that when a story is told with understanding and respect, it naturally connects with people in a deep and lasting way.
Vision & Mission
With years of experience producing different types of media, from television and digital shows to music videos, commercials, feature films, and documentaries, I’ve realized that the heart of communication lies in storytelling and education.
No matter what field you work in, when you truly understand and care about what you do, your work will naturally reach the right people, spread meaningfully, and create real impact.
The heart behind Cây Nhỏ
My name is Lam Hà
I’ve worked as a producer for over ten years with media companies such as HTV3 Dreams TV, Monday Morning Media, VCCorp, and Vietcetera, as well as with major brands like Muji, Pepsi, OMO, Prudential, FWD, Lazada Vietnam, Heineken, and Google.
In 2019, while managing the WeChoice Awards 2020, I had the chance to encounter powerful stories about people, communities, and the environment. Those stories made me realize the true power of storytelling and how it can deeply inspire others.
But I also noticed how few films captured these meaningful moments. I asked myself, “Why not be the one to tell them?” That question marked the beginning of my journey into documentary filmmaking.
Since then, I’ve learned to listen more to my partners, to understand them better, and to tell their stories through patience, observation, and sincerity.
Viewers and clients often tell me that they don’t see our work as just an advertisement or a project video, but as something more—a genuine, emotional story.
I know there are many teams out there who can produce stunning visuals, but what makes Cây Nhỏ different is our dedication to content, empathy for our subjects, and commitment to thoughtful storytelling.
To go deeper, I studied Sociology, which helped me approach stories with a more analytical mindset—understanding people, psychology, behavior, society, and economics. These foundations allow me to create films that are not only beautiful but also honest, grounded, and emotionally resonant.
The name Cây Nhỏ means “Small Tree.”
Just as every forest begins with a single tree, every great story starts from something small, steady, and sincere.
Storytellers who capture the quiet moments of human truth
The Nomads
The Nomads is a documentary filmmaking collective that I’ve been producing for since 2022.
It brings together people who love telling stories through images and believe that every honest story has the power to create positive change.
With over eight years of experience as a reporter at Zing News before turning to documentary filmmaking, Nguyễn Hoàng Việt brings a deep and empathetic perspective to human stories and everyday life.
He aims to bring fresh perspectives to Vietnam’s documentary scene through high-quality productions that explore untold stories and new subjects often overlooked in local documentary filmmaking.
Selected projects: Bình Yên, Về Nào! (Four Paws Vietnam), Ôm Rừng (Save Vietnam’s Wildlife), documentary series for WeChoice Awards (Kenh14.vn), and various other projects.
Nguyễn Hoàng Việt
With nearly ten years of experience in producing television programs, digital content, and documentaries, Lam Hà brings strong storytelling and organizational skills to every project.
As the only woman in the team and with a background in content development, she has a unique ability to connect with sensitive subjects and characters. Her interests focus on environmental issues, vulnerable communities, wildlife, and climate change.
She is currently studying Sociology to better understand and approach these topics through a scientific and human-centered lens.
Lam Hà
With seven years of experience in video production, especially documentaries, Trí Nguyễn is known for his strong visual sense, creative framing, and ability to capture authentic emotions.
As a core member of The Nomads, he contributes to producing visually rich and emotionally grounded films.
Selected projects: Bình Yên, Về Nào! (Four Paws Vietnam), Ôm Rừng (Save Vietnam’s Wildlife), WeChoice Awards documentary series (Kenh14.vn), and other productions.
Trí Nguyễn
With over six years of experience in media and advertising, particularly documentary editing, Hào Phùng combines creative thinking with clear and logical storytelling.
His ability to build narrative rhythm and emotional flow through visuals plays a key role in shaping The Nomads’ signature storytelling style.
Hào Phùng
A young filmmaker focusing on visual arts, Hà Nguyên graduated in Film Production from RMIT University in 2025. He has participated in supporting and consulting for several of The Nomads’ short films and documentary projects.
He believes in the artistic and cinematic potential of documentary filmmaking that The Nomads continues to pursue.
Hà Nguyên
Born in 1995 in La Gi, Bình Thuận, Nguyễn Ngọc Hải — also known as Hải Ô — is a documentary photographer and visual artist. He is the founder of Ladi Record, an independent photo publication project, and a co-founder of the dédé Photos Collective.
He has participated in several international photography programs, including Angkor Photo Festival 2017, Visual Photo Storytelling by TWS 2017, IMMF Photojournalism Workshop 2023, and Photobook Design Workshop by Matca 2024.
His personal projects often explore themes of family, human-environment relationships, and the evolving lives of people in Vietnam’s rural areas.
Nguyễn Ngọc Hải (Hải Ô)
Nguyễn Hoàng Việt
With over eight years of experience as a reporter at Zing News before turning to documentary filmmaking, Nguyễn Hoàng Việt brings a deep and empathetic perspective to human stories and everyday life.
He aims to bring fresh perspectives to Vietnam’s documentary scene through high-quality productions that explore untold stories and new subjects often overlooked in local documentary filmmaking.
Selected projects: Bình Yên, Về Nào! (Four Paws Vietnam), Ôm Rừng (Save Vietnam’s Wildlife), documentary series for WeChoice Awards (Kenh14.vn), and various other projects.
About Nguyễn Hoàng Việt
With over eight years of experience as a reporter at Zing News before turning to documentary filmmaking, Nguyễn Hoàng Việt brings a deep and empathetic perspective to human stories and everyday life.
He aims to bring fresh perspectives to Vietnam’s documentary scene through high-quality productions that explore untold stories and new subjects often overlooked in local documentary filmmaking.
Selected projects: Bình Yên, Về Nào! (Four Paws Vietnam), Ôm Rừng (Save Vietnam’s Wildlife), documentary series for WeChoice Awards (Kenh14.vn), and various other projects.
Lam Hà
With nearly ten years of experience in producing television programs, digital content, and documentaries, Lam Hà brings strong storytelling and organizational skills to every project.
As the only woman in the team and with a background in content development, she has a unique ability to connect with sensitive subjects and characters. Her interests focus on environmental issues, vulnerable communities, wildlife, and climate change.
She is currently studying Sociology to better understand and approach these topics through a scientific and human-centered lens.
Trí Nguyễn
With seven years of experience in video production, especially documentaries, Trí Nguyễn is known for his strong visual sense, creative framing, and ability to capture authentic emotions.
As a core member of The Nomads, he contributes to producing visually rich and emotionally grounded films.
Selected projects: Bình Yên, Về Nào! (Four Paws Vietnam), Ôm Rừng (Save Vietnam’s Wildlife), WeChoice Awards documentary series (Kenh14.vn), and other productions.
Hào Phùng
With over six years of experience in media and advertising, particularly documentary editing, Hào Phùng combines creative thinking with clear and logical storytelling.
His ability to build narrative rhythm and emotional flow through visuals plays a key role in shaping The Nomads’ signature storytelling style.
Hà Nguyên
A young filmmaker focusing on visual arts, Hà Nguyên graduated in Film Production from RMIT University in 2025. He has participated in supporting and consulting for several of The Nomads’ short films and documentary projects.
He believes in the artistic and cinematic potential of documentary filmmaking that The Nomads continues to pursue.
Nguyễn Ngọc Hải (Hải Ô)
Born in 1995 in La Gi, Bình Thuận, Nguyễn Ngọc Hải — also known as Hải Ô — is a documentary photographer and visual artist. He is the founder of Ladi Record, an independent photo publication project, and a co-founder of the dédé Photos Collective.
He has participated in several international photography programs, including Angkor Photo Festival 2017, Visual Photo Storytelling by TWS 2017, IMMF Photojournalism Workshop 2023, and Photobook Design Workshop by Matca 2024.
His personal projects often explore themes of family, human-environment relationships, and the evolving lives of people in Vietnam’s rural areas.
Our first project was “Bình Yên, Về Nào!” (Binh Yen, Come Home!), and since then, The Nomads has continued to collaborate with both local and international organizations such as Four Paws, Goethe-Institut Vietnam, Save Vietnam’s Wildlife, Hướng nghiệp Sông An, WWF, and Oxfam.
With years of experience and a deep connection to people, nature, and the environment, The Nomads has become one of Vietnam’s trusted and professional documentary teams today.
- 2023 -
“Bình Yên, Come Home!”
The first Vietnamese environmental documentary in 15 years selected for screening at the World Science Film Festival.
- 2025 -
“Where is the Shepherd Boy?”
Selected as a finalist at the CCCL Film Festival (Change Climate Change Lives) in Bangkok, in the category of climate change documentaries across Asia. The Nomads was the only representative from Vietnam among more than 1,000 submissions.
What We Believe
For us, every project begins as a conversation—a chance to listen, to understand, and to tell a story with respect and empathy.
That is how Cây Nhỏ creates stories that are real, heartfelt, and meaningful.
Clients & Collaborations
Over the years, we’ve had the chance to work with organizations and brands who share the same purpose, creating impact through storytelling.
Documentary & NGO Partners
Brands & Commercial Projects
Shows & Collaborations
HTV3 Dreams TV, 55 RADAR by Pepsi, “Học Yêu” by Prudential, “Đi Tìm Niềm Vui” with Ninh Dương Lan Ngọc
International & Local Support
Supported No Nose (directed by Myles Storey)
Vietnam casting support for Asia’s Got Talent, Season 3 (2018)