Chen's New Film Scores Global Distribution Deals

Anthony Chen's critically acclaimed film, "We Are All Strangers," has secured distribution deals with partners across the globe. This achievement marks a significant milestone, as the film was the first from Singapore to compete in the main section of the Berlin Film Festival.

This new work completes Chen's "Growing Up" trilogy, which includes the Cannes Caméra d'Or winner "Ilo Ilo" and "Wet Season." The film reunites actors Yeo Yann Yann and Koh Jia Ler, who have been integral to the trilogy's success. Paradise City Sales has managed international representation for Chen's films throughout this body of work.

"We Are All Strangers" has been praised for its gentle and perceptive portrayal of domestic life, with Variety highlighting Yeo Yann Yann's "wonderful performance" as an outsider. Distributors like Curzon and Elastica Films have expressed excitement about bringing Chen's "universal cinema" to their respective audiences.

Further negotiations are ongoing, indicating continued international interest in Chen's latest directorial effort. The film's financing was supported by the Singapore Film Commission and the MPA APSA Academy Film Fund.