What is the movie 'Heavens: The Boy and His Robot' about?

The movie is about a young pilot named Kai and his giant robot, Little Dragon, exploring their friendship amidst galactic warfare and Kai's dream of bringing peace to a war-torn world.

Who is behind the sci-fi film 'Heavens: The Boy and His Robot'?

The film was written, directed, and produced by Rich Ho, who also served in multiple other roles including composer and cinematographer. It is a 12-year passion project for him.

Where has 'Heavens: The Boy and His Robot' been screened?

The Singapore-produced film has been successful at festivals like Bucheon (BIFAN), Fantasporto, and Fantasia, and is set to premiere in the U.S. at Cinequest next month.

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Radial Ent. Nabs 'Boy and His Robot' Sci-Fi

12 Feb

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Summary

Radial Entertainment acquired North American rights to 'Heavens: The Boy and His Robot'.
The Singapore-produced film is family-friendly and in the mecha genre.
It took director Rich Ho 12 years to complete this passion project.

Radial Ent. Nabs 'Boy and His Robot' Sci-Fi

Radial Entertainment has secured the North American distribution rights to the Singapore-produced sci-fi action film, "Heavens: The Boy and His Robot." This acquisition is among the first for Radial Entertainment, which was established last July. The movie is notable as Singapore's first live-action feature within the mecha genre, a style popularized by Japanese manga and anime focusing on robots.

The narrative follows Kai, a young pilot, and his giant robot companion, Little Dragon. Set against a backdrop of galactic conflict, the story highlights Kai's ambition to join the Mecha Corps and bring peace, alongside the development of his unique friendship with his mecha. This film represents a significant 12-year endeavor for its writer, director, and producer, Rich Ho.