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To mark the 20th anniversary of the critically acclaimed film Singapore Dreaming (2006), directed by Woo Yen Yen and Colin Goh, and executive produced by Dr Woffles Wu, the Asian Film Archive presents two special screenings in August, accompanied by post-screening Q&A sessions with the filmmakers and cast members, where they’ll share reflections on how the filmmaking landscape has changed.

Director: Dr Woo Yen-Yen, Colin Goh
Language: Mandarin, English and Hokkien with English and Mandarin subtitles
Country: Singapore
Runtime: 105 mins
Rating: PG

Awards

Audience Award for Narrative Feature
30th Asian American International Film Festival

Best Asian/Middle Eastern Film Award
20th Tokyo International Film Festival

Montblanc New Screenwriters Award
54th San Sebastian International Film Festival 

Synopsis

Disappointed by his failed dreams, Loh Poh Huat visits his frustrations on his family. So when he wins the lottery, everyone believes the money will deliver them from their struggles. However, Loh dies abruptly and his elaborate and surreal Taoist funeral pitches the family into a battle where the stakes are the very meaning of life itself.

Singapore Dreaming is a poignant yet darkly humorous story which follows the lives of six individuals as they navigate the rapidly changing conditions experienced in today’s modern South-East Asian cities. The winner of three major international awards to date, this “graceful satire about Western capitalism in the East” (Variety) has been compared to the early films of Ang Lee.

Friends of AFA members, please read the membership guide on how to purchase your discounted tickets and redeem your complimentary tickets.

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Important Notice:

Do note that Oldham Theatre operates on a free seating arrangement. Doors will open 10 minutes before showtime so arrive early to choose a seat and avoid disrupting the screenings as AFA does not play ads and screenings will start promptly.

All patrons are encouraged to purchase your tickets online. If you choose to purchase tickets or merchandise at Oldham Theatre’s box office, cashless payment is preferred.

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T&Cs

No food and drink is allowed in the hall. Recording of the films is strictly prohibited. If you are found to be violating any of the rules and disturbing other members of the audience, AFA reserves the right to ask you to leave the theatre hall.

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