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Singapore Film Heads to Oscars
11 Sep
Summary
- 'We Are All Strangers' is Singapore's Oscar entry.
- It completes director Anthony Chen's trilogy.
- Film previously competed at Berlin Film Festival.
Anthony Chen's latest film, 'We Are All Strangers,' has been chosen as Singapore's official submission for the international feature category at the upcoming 99th Academy Awards. This selection signifies the completion of Chen's ambitious 'Growing Up' trilogy, which commenced with 'Ilo Ilo' in 2013 and continued with 'Wet Season' in 2019.
The film, set in contemporary Singapore, delves into familial relationships and unforeseen life changes, starring familiar actors Yeo Yann Yann and Koh Jia Ler. Earlier this year, 'We Are All Strangers' achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Singaporean film to compete in the main competition at the Berlin Film Festival. The trilogy's preceding films have garnered over 50 international awards, underscoring Chen's significant impact on filmmaking.
'We Are All Strangers' premiered in Singapore in August and is now being distributed internationally, with Film Movement handling North American rights. The film is also currently being showcased at the Toronto Film Festival. The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) expressed pride in the selection, highlighting Chen's ability to craft universally resonant stories rooted in Singaporean culture.
