Category Archives: About Movies

Why It’s Time For Us To Support Singapore Films

Posted on December 29, 2016 by

In a recent gathering with two friends, one in education, the other in public transport, I felt a new-found sense of validation as a Singaporean film-maker. One of them said: “You should be proud of me. This year, I watched … Continue reading →

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Apprentice

Posted on June 28, 2016 by

This week, a new Singapore film, ‘Apprentice’, opens in our cinemas. It deals with the death penalty. In this sophomore feature, following his well-received debut ’Sandcastle’, Boo Junfeng tackles the subject of capital punishment. It has garnered positive to glowing … Continue reading →

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Daniel Yun: Journey Of A Singaporean Filmmaker

Posted on April 29, 2016 by

A single-minded focus of being the best drove and defined the former boss of MediaCorp Raintree Pictures During last year’s mid-autumn festival (中秋节), a day when ethnic Chinese worldwide celebrate what is also called Mooncake festival by gathering with family … Continue reading →

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Spotlight

Posted on April 22, 2016 by

We can all remember a time when something happened, and we had expected some friends to call, to ask, to speak up, or just say something. After a while, when they didn’t, we were perplexed, confused. Then it dawned on … Continue reading →

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Soya Bean Drink

Posted on April 15, 2016 by

I messaged a friend recently, after meeting a young man still in school but intent on getting work experience and exposure. I have been impressed with the young people I am interviewing for internship. They are not only hardworking, often … Continue reading →

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