15/8 Singapore Shorts '21 - Selection 3 | Peatix tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2021-08-18T07:25:55+08:00 Peatix Asian Film Archive 15/8 Singapore Shorts '21 - Selection 3 tag:peatix.com,2021:event-2586374 2021-08-15T17:00:00SGT 2021-08-15T17:00:00SGT There will be five short films screened for Selection 3 of Singapore Shorts ‘21.This screening will be followed by a Q&A session with the filmmakers.  The Rating for Selection 3 isTuition Directed by: Alistair Quak Runtime: 18 minutes 59 secondsCountry: SingaporeLanguage: EnglishRating: NC16 (Some Coarse Language and Disturbing Scenes)Synopsis Where is the line between discipline and abuse? 13-year-old Alan attends class under physically aggressive tuition teacher Beatrice. As the class progresses, so does her abusive treatment of the children. As Alan tries to secretly record audio evidence with his phone, his attempts fail to go as planned.About the Director Alistair Quak’s work spans an array of genres, striving to push the boundaries of storytelling with his visceral cinematic style. His works have been featured at Cannes Film Festival, National Youth Film Awards, and more.—GUNKWORLD Directed by: Mark Chee Runtime: 9 minutes 59 secondsCountry: SingaporeLanguage: English, JapaneseRating: NC16 (Coarse Language)SINGAPORE PREMIEREAwardsBEST DIRECTORBEST HORROR SHORT Genre Celebration Festival, 2020, TokyoSynopsis This horror cult cartoon series on TV stars Gunkman, Sallysweets and Roboji - cute monster school-children who terrorize human characters. Outside of the TV show, GUNKWORLD begins to advertise its brand through commercials and merchandise, which quickly takes over the planet at an unholy rate.About the Director Mark Chee is a Singaporean illustrator, concept artist, filmmaker and pro e-sports athlete. He constantly challenges aesthetic appeal in storytelling, underscored by his love for dark comedy, horror, and cult Japanese manga. —The Cup Directed by: Mark Chua, Lam Li ShuenRuntime: 17 minutesCountry: SingaporeLanguage: Mandarin, EnglishRating: PG (some Disturbing Scenes)Synopsis In a surreal tableau, a man with a brewing machine for a head, discontent with his own body, attempts to do what he can to improve its flavour. The Cup is a meditation on being in the world, upon the flattening out of life amidst the current pandemic.About the Director Mark Chua and Lam Li Shuen’s work explores the possibilities of resistance in the presentation and production of narrativity. Their films have screened at international film festivals in Australia, Brazil, Finland, UAE, USA, Philippines and Spain.—SundayDirected by: Kris OngRuntime: 12 minutes 39 secondsCountry: SingaporeLanguage: Mandarin, EnglishRating: R21 (Sexual Scene)Synopsis A young woman with a full body rash is driven to violence during a forbidden encounter with her sister’s boyfriend.About the Director Kris Ong’s credits include short films and music videos that have collectively screened at over 30 film festivals and platforms. She has written script coverage for an international variety of scripts, short stories, and novels.—Piece of Meat Directed by: Jerrold Chong, Huang JunxiangRuntime: 12 minutes Country: SingaporeLanguage: No dialogueRating: PG13 (Some Sexual References)Synopsis Enslaved in a surreal world of living objects, a Lamb Chop does whatever it takes to make ends meet.About the Director Huang Junxiang enjoys good comedy and has produced a number of feature films including InThe Room and Apprentice. Co-founder of independent animation studio Finding Pictures, Jerrold Chong’s films have screened at various international festivals.—If you have any trouble purchasing your tickets, please contact us at ticketing@asianfilmarchive.org — 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, SafeEntry 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.—T&CsConcession 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). Only physical photographic identification is allowed, digital copies of identification are not allowed. AFA reserves the right to turn away any members of the public without physical photographic identification.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. Updates tag:peatix.com,2021-08-12 03:15:13 2021-08-12 03:15:13 The event description was updated. Diff#1099008 Updates tag:peatix.com,2021-08-12 03:06:05 2021-08-12 03:06:05 The event description was updated. Diff#1098986 Updates tag:peatix.com,2021-08-12 03:05:40 2021-08-12 03:05:40 The event description was updated. Diff#1098985 Updates tag:peatix.com,2021-08-06 10:58:41 2021-08-06 10:58:41 Title was changed to "15/8 Singapore Shorts '21 - Selection 3". Orig#1094487