The tradition is sleeping alone every night and the only exception is the last day of winter. She came on that day and found no one. Perhaps it’s already the first day of spring.
Hsu Wei-chieh
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Yeh Shu-ya
Tang Yong-sheng
On the backstage of a marionette show, El Triste, a poorly crafted marionette, is going through an existential crisis and decides to do all it takes to prove to himself and his fellow poppets that he is valuable but, as in life, not everything turns out the way he expected.
A personal, subjective journey into the mind of Greta Thunberg, before realizing her calling as a climate activist. While struggling with mental health issues and bullying because of her Aspergers, she also grapples with the sense of impending doom due to the climate crisis. These same struggles and fears drive her to make change and become the person she is today.
A person shaken by the catastrophes of the world cannot let go of their chaotic thoughts until they find a bond that was once lost.
Silence is absolute and time dilates as we lose ourselves in an unpredictable space among non-existent places.
A tragic comedy of a sweet little girl, who grows up to be a crazy old cat lady.
The Drum is a short film that follows the journey of Kang, a recently retired man in his 60s dealing with the sudden onset of a late-life crisis. He realises that he must mend old conflicts and learn to accept his new life or risk losing himself in the emptiness of old age.
Paper House is a short film set against the backdrop of a traditional Chinese funeral and its customs. The film follows the story of a family as they descend into disharmony after the death of their patriarch. The title of the film refers to the old Chinese tradition of burning paper offerings for their deceased loved ones. This short film is a eulogy for this colourful art form that is fast disappearing in Singapore’s modern society.
Brian’s day begins in their temporary home—a friend’s vacant house—where Lorraine works tirelessly to keep their heads above water. Her absence leaves Brian alone on his birthday, leading him to explore connections through a hookup app. When Sloan, a charismatic but unpredictable older man, enters Brian’s life, their interaction becomes a lens through which the film examines generational divides, the complexities of desire, and the longing for companionship.
'Lukas & the Aspies' is a story about 12-year old Lukas. In many ways, Lukas is a normal kid: He plays in a band, hangs out with his friends and fights with his little brother. But Lukas' has also Asperger syndrome - and hence his own set of unique problems.
A young couple is struck with tragedy when Catalina suddenly dies of tuberculosis, leading a depressed Rosauro to commit a disturbing act. Based on the song by Julio Jaramillo.
A chemical analyst, finds himself under unbearable pressure from the environment he chose to live in. Which leads him to a drastic change, for self-acceptance.
Just as the young members of the swimming team spend another day training in the pool, the cusp of early puberty threatens to turn innocent friendship and camaraderie into something much more. Sixth-grader Yu-Hsuan has a closely guarded secret, but this tide of feelings inside is brewing into a storm…
Three generations of Youngseok’s family live together in a house. Even though his mentally ill grandmother’s time on this Earth is gradually running out, Youngseok is embarrassed by the way she behaves like a child in front of his friends despite her efforts to take care of him. The film displays the challenges of a family who live with a dementia patient, told from young Youngseok’s perspective. Dreamlike summer nights in the film evoke the innocence of childhood, and the gathering of dear friends and family.
A family embarks on a bittersweet Sunday outing to honour the memory of their departed loved one. On their way there, they engage in heartfelt conversations and share anecdotes, reminiscing about the profound impact their loved one had on their lives. The day trip becomes a cathartic experience, allowing them to confront their grief, find solace in cherished memories, and ultimately get reminded of the enduring power of love and remembrance. But not everything is as it seems…
On the evening of her 14th birthday, Beatrice tumbles in her older sister's world. For the first time, she is confronted with Fanny's reality. Having often been excluded, Beatrice's social life is non-existent. Therefor, she follows her older sister's way of life, which is to use her body as a way of being in control in this harsh world. Having grew up in a hyper-sexualities world with no good role models, the girls try the best they can to carry on from childhood to adulthood. Together, on this one night, they will understand that they can only rely on themselves and hope for a better tomorrow.
Amanda struggles to keep something inside as she spends the day taking pictures of her best friend.
A young college student reluctantly meets with her estranged father only to discover the truth about the events of the wild summer of '75 that drove them apart.
A meditation on My Lai.
