Dreaming of that perfect vacation? A sweet respite from the doldrums of the everyday? Calling all frequent flyers and weekend warriors! This June, make Oldham Theatre your destination of choice as the Asian Film Archive presents Seasons in the Sun, a selection of films that pays tribute to the sunny getaways that have eluded us this past year. 

A relaxing ritual activity filled with unbridled leisure, travel often brings us more than we bargained for. In many ways it is a parallel reality, a concentrated capsule of time and space, where emotions are heightened in an intoxicating reverie. And before we know, it all comes to an end, save for the memories and stories. 

Where actual travel is curtailed, cinema can offer itself as a portal, a sensorial proxy through which we may find an escape. Awkward trips through the south of France; illicit affairs in the Korean hillside; strange encounters on the coasts of Japan – experience the thrills and troubles of the holidays, where love, heartbreak, wonder and dispassion are all part of the itinerary. 

All films will screen at Oldham Theatre from 19 June to 10 July 2021.

The films in the lineup are:

Ariel & Olivia (2016), dir. Kan Lume, Singapore
Saturday, 19 June 2021, 4pm
Sunday, 27 June 2021, 2pm

Before Summer Ends (Avant la fin de l’été) (2017), dir. Maryam Goormaghtigh, Switzerland/France
Sunday, 20 June 2021, 2pm
Sunday, 4 July 2021, 5pm

Bhaji on the Beach (1993), dir. Gurinder Chadha, UK
Saturday, 3 July 2021, 8pm
Saturday, 10 July 2021, 4pm

Megane (めがね / Glasses) (2007), dir. Naoko Ogigami, Japan
Sunday, 4 July 2021, 2pm
Friday, 9 July 2021, 8pm

The Power of Kangwon Province (강원도의 힘 / Kangwondo eui him) (1998), dir. Hong Sang-soo, South Korea
Saturday, 26 June 2021, 8pm
Friday, 2 July 2021, 8pm

Tourism (2018), dir. Daisuke Miyazaki, Japan/Singapore
Wednesday, 23 June 2021, 8pm
Sunday, 27 June 2021, 5pm

Oldham Theatre’s opening hours

Please scroll to the bottom of the page to see the showtime listing pages. Friends of AFA members you may select the “Friends of AFA” option and enter your membership number if you wish to redeem your remaining complimentary tickets.

For further assistance, please contact us at ticketing@asianfilmarchive.org 

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Important Notice:

Do note that Oldham Theatre does not play ads and screenings will start promptly. Arrive early so as not to disrupt the screenings. All patrons are encouraged to purchase your tickets online to be able to secure a seat. Seats are limited due to social distancing regulations. If you choose to purchase tickets or merchandise at Oldham Theatre’s box office, cashless payment is preferred.

Measures will be taken to ensure the health and safety of all patrons at Oldham Theatre. This includes wearing a mask at all times for both staff and patrons, temperature taking, TraceTogether logging and observance of social distancing around the theatre. Doors will open 20 minutes before showtime, so arrive early to register, take your temperature and find a seat.

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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.