The Marina One auditorium is located on Level 3. If you need additional assistance, FOH for SoM21: [Alternate / Opt] Realities is on Level 1, facing Straits View. 

A screening of Geomancer (2017) will precede the screening of AIDOL (2019). AIDOL serves as the feature length sequel to Geomancer.

Alternate title: AIDOL爱道
Directed by: Lawrence Lek
Runtime: 83 mins
Country: UK
Language: Chinese, English
Rating: PG

© Lawrence Lek, courtesy the artist and Sadie Coles HQ, London.

Synopsis

In the year 2065, the eSports Olympic finale is set to take place. Diva, a washed up popstar, is set to mount a comeback with the help of the AI composer Geomancer. Geomancer dreams of being recognised as an artist, while Diva dreams of fame, which she equates as immortality. An incident happens mid-performance, and Diva goes missing. As a result of the publicity, her music goes viral and she becomes more popular than ever, while Geomancer floats around the earth in solitude.

Part music video compilation, part video game and part animated film, Aidol explores the complex relationship between humanity and artificial intelligence, as well as the allure and the emptiness of fame.

Geomancer (2017)

Alternate title: 风水师
Directed by: Lawrence Lek
Runtime: 48 mins
Country: UK
Language: Chinese
Rating: PG

© Lawrence Lek, courtesy the artist and Sadie Coles HQ, London.

Synopsis

The year is 2065. Singapore is preparing to celebrate its Centennial. In the stratosphere above, a satellite artificial intelligence faces imminent demise. It escapes to Earth to establish its own autonomy and to fulfil its dream of becoming the first AI artist. Faced with a world that limits its freedom, Geomancer must come to terms with its militarised origins, a search that begins with a mysterious syndicate known as the Sinofuturists…

Featuring video game animation, a neural network-generated dream sequence, and a synthesised vocal soundtrack, Geomancer uses ‘art’ to symbolise humanity’s appreciation for creative thought and beauty. How would humans feel if an emotionally aware AI gains the power of self-expression and creative genius is no longer the domain of humanity?

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To see the full SoM21: [Alternate / Opt] Realities film programme, please refer here. The programme will run from 20 January to 21 February 2021 at both Marina One and Oldham Theatre.

We would advise all to turn up early or on time for screenings as AFA does not play ads.

Friends of AFA members need to log in to purchase their tickets so their membership discounts can be applied.

If you have any trouble purchasing your tickets, please contact us at ticketing@asianfilmarchive.org 

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Important Notice:

All patrons are encouraged to purchase your tickets online to be able to secure a seat. If you do choose to purchase tickets or merchandise at Oldham Theatre’s box office, NETS payment is preferred.

Measures will be taken to ensure the health and safety of all patrons at AFA’s screenings. This includes wearing a mask at all times for both staff and patrons, temperature taking, SafeEntry logging and observance of social distancing around the theatre. Doors will open 20 minutes before showtime, so do ensure you arrive early to register and take your temperature.

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T&Cs

Concession tickets apply to Students (Local & Overseas), Full-time National Servicemen (NSF), Senior Citizens (55 years and above) only.

Please check film ratings before purchase of tickets. Please note that you may be asked to present your ID at the door (this applies to concession tickets as well).

Upon confirmation of your order for Tickets, no exchange of Tickets will be made under any circumstances and Tickets are not transferable. No refund on Tickets will be made under any circumstances except due to cancellation of the event. The resale of Tickets at any price is prohibited.