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SINGAPORE MEDIA FESTIVAL 2019 KICKS OFF WITH LOCAL PREMIERE OF ANTHONY CHEN’S WET SEASON
SMF Festival Village to feature wide array of activities - Festival Premiere for HBO’s Folklore; Power Rangers and 501st Legions Cosplay Parades; In-Conversation with award-winning Director Naoko Ogigami, Meet and Greet sessions and media masterclasses
SINGAPORE, 21 November 2019 – The sixth edition of the Singapore Media Festival (SMF) opened this evening with the highly-anticipated Singapore premiere of the 30th Singapore International Film Festival’s opening film, Wet Season. Held at the iconic Capitol Theatre, the opening event’s red carpet was led by award-winning Singapore filmmaker Anthony Chen, along with cast members Yeo Yann Yann, Yang Shi Bin, and rising star Koh Jia Ler. They were joined by international industry personalities like Stone, as well as local personalities like Constance Lau, Chen Tian Wen, Joanna Dong and Benjamin Kheng, among others. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Mr Heng Swee Keat, graced the occasion as Guest- of-Honour.
From 21 November to 8 December, the Singapore Media Festival will gather thought leaders, content creators and talents from the global film, television, digital media and pop culture industries to celebrate the best of Asian storytelling. Hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), the Festival consists of the:
Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF), Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) and ScreenSingapore, Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA), Singapore Comic Con (SGCC) – this year’s new addition VidCon Asia Summit – a two-day event held in conjunction with SMF, and Festival Village at Armenian Street, an outdoor rain or shine event
Over 50,000 thought-leaders, creative professionals, and members of the public from Asia and around the world are expected to be part of the festival this year, more than double the number last year.
Mr Robert Gilby, Chairman of the SMF Advisory Board, shared, “This year’s edition of SMF has expanded in scale, depth and breadth, reflecting the dynamic and rapidly growing Asian
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media ecosystem. As a unique blend of marketplace, showcase for content and talent, and hub for commercial and creative collaborations, SMF is now, more than ever, the best platform in this region to drive the future of Asian stories and talent forward. Over the next three weeks we’ll welcome a huge gathering of traditional media players from film and television, alongside a new wave of content creators from digital media. We look forward to spotlighting the incredible new ideas, opportunities and talent.”
A CELEBRATION OF MEDIA FOR ALL
This year’s Festival will be complemented by an array of exciting programmes at the SMF Festival Village on Armenian Street with something for everyone, from families, film buffs to media students and professionals. The event will also showcase local talents including Peter Draw, the creator behind his character brand, Ai. Another local talent and a former Singapore Digital (SG:D) Scholar, Vicki Lau, will also be sharing her experience working on visual effects for Aquaman. The Festival Village will provide opportunities for members of the public to learn about topics such as 360 content creation, media entrepreneurship and various career opportunities in the media sector.
The Festival will take place over six exciting days in two action-packed weekends (22 – 24 November and 29 November – 1 December). Members of the public can look forward to a slew of 23 film screenings, 34 workshops, talks and masterclasses, as well as immersive VR showcases, live entertainment, and can expect 20 yummy treats from six F&B partners – all under the stars. Highlights include:
International films like SuckSeed by Chayanop Boonprakob; Rent-a-Cat by Naoko Ogigami Local films like 3688 by Royston Tan and ZombiePura by Jacen Tan HBO Asia Original anthology drama series, Food Lore, will see its India episode titled A Plate of Moon make its festival debut on 24 Nov – this episode was directed by Singapore filmmaker Don Aravind In Conversation sessions with, Naoko Ogigami (Rent-a-Cat), and Beatrice Chia, Michael Chiang and Chua En Lai (Mixed Signals), presented in collaboration with SGIFF Power Rangers and 501st Legions Cosplay Parade, presented in collaboration with SGCC, along with an SGCC pop-up stall retailing exclusive merchandise
Meet-and-greets with the cast of Mediacorp’s KIN, 《致胜出击》The Good Fight,
as well as the winners of Star Search 2019
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More information and a full schedule of SMF Festival Village programmes are available in Annex B.
For more details of the Singapore Media Festival and its constituent events, refer to Annex A or visit www.sgmediafestival.com. Media materials may be accessed in the Festival e-Media Kit here: http://tiny.cc/SMF2019
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Related Resources ANNEX A: Information on the Singapore Media Festival and its constituent events ANNEX B: Information on the SMF Festival Village
ISSUED BY THE INFOCOMM MEDIA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
About the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) leads Singapore’s digital transformation with infocomm media. To do this, IMDA will develop a dynamic digital economy and a cohesive digital society, driven by an exceptional infocomm media (ICM) ecosystem – by developing talent, strengthening business capabilities, and enhancing Singapore's ICM infrastructure. IMDA also regulates the telecommunications and media sectors to safeguard consumer interests while fostering a pro-business environment, and enhances Singapore’s data protection regime through the Personal Data Protection Commission. For more news and information, visit www.imda.gov.sg or follow IMDA on Facebook and Twitter @IMDAsg.
About the Singapore Media Festival (SMF)
The Singapore Media Festival, hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority, is set to become one of Asia’s leading international media events, where the industry meets to discover the latest trends, talents and content in Asia for Film, TV and digital media. Taking place from 28 November to 9 December 2018, the Singapore Media Festival brings together the newly-minted Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA) and established media events such as the Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF), Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) and ScreenSingapore and SMF Ignite. For more information about the Singapore Media Festival, please visit www.sgmediafestival.com.
For media clarifications, please contact:
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Sarah-Marie Teo Cherell Soon Tate Anzur Tate Anzur T: +65 6568 9154 T: +65 6568 9143 E: [email protected] E: [email protected]
Lee Wai Leng Priscilla Gan Manager (Communications & Marketing) Manager (Communications & Marketing) Infocomm Media Development Authority Infocomm Media Development Authority T: +65 6202 4930 T: +65 6202 4417 E: [email protected] E: [email protected]
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ANNEX A: INFORMATION ON THE SINGAPORE MEDIA FESTIVAL
SINGAPORE MEDIA FESTIVAL 2019 21 November to 8 December 2019 fb.com/sgmediafest | #SGMediaFest
The Singapore Media Festival, hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority, is one of Asia’s leading international media events, where the industry meets to discover the latest trends, talents and content in Asia for Film, TV and digital media. Taking place from 21 November to 8 December 2019, the Singapore Media Festival brings together the Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA), Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) and ScreenSingapore, Singapore Comic Con (SGCC), and Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF). VidCon Asia Summit will also be held in conjunction with SMF.
More information will be announced in the run-up to the 6th Singapore Media Festival. For updates, please visit www.sgmediafestival.com.
SMF 2019 Festival Village Armenian Street 22 to 24 November, 29 November to 1 December Opening hours: 11.00am to 10.00pm on Fridays and Saturdays, 11.00am to 6.00pm on Sundays Admission is free. Sign-ups required for selected programmes. For a full programme, please refer to Annex B
CONSTITUENT EVENTS
Asian Academy Creative Awards 5 – 6 December 2019
The Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA’s) is established by the Asian Academy Creative Awards Pte Ltd to serve the creative industries, as the pinnacle of their achievements in content creation and media production.
Open to countries throughout the Asia Pacific region, the AAA honours excellence in craft and technical disciplines across multiple platforms, including television, digital, streaming and emerging technologies.
For more details on the AAA, please visit www.asianacademycreativeawards.com.
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Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) 2019 3 – 6 December 2019
Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) – the region’s leading entertainment content event – is the platform of calibre to acquire knowledge, network, buy, sell, finance, distribute and co-produce across all platforms. It is the premier stage in Asia to engage with the entertainment industry’s top players from around the world. It’s where the best minds meet and the future of Asia’s content is shaped.
ATF also offers the opportunity to discover vital trends, crucial statistics and significant foresight in TV’s digital, kids and formats arenas. Its business match-making opportunities open doors to some of the best new offerings in the region. With over 5,600 international buyers and sellers from more than 55 countries, ATF presents valuable business prospects for top of the line benefits. ATF will be celebrating its 20th edition this year.
For more information, please visit www.asiatvforum.com.
ScreenSingapore 2019 4 – 6 December 2019
ScreenSingapore – Southeast Asia’s definitive marketplace for filmmakers, producers, distributors, financiers and film buyers to explore co-production opportunities, seek financing, make deals and learn about the changing film landscape.
After its continued success in 2018, ScreenSingapore will once again host the Southeast Asian Film Financing (SAFF) Project Market, in partnership with the Southeast Asian Audio-Visual Association (SAAVA) and Ties That Bind: Asia/Europe Producers Workshop (TTB) to connect promising filmmakers and producers from Southeast Asia and Europe with international co-producing partners, festival programmers, distributors, commissioners, and financiers.
For more information, please visit www.screensingapore.com.sg
Singapore Comic Con (SGCC) 7 – 8 December 2019
Singapore Comic Con (SGCC), previously known as Singapore Toy, Game & Comic Convention (STGCC), is Southeast Asia’s ultimate celebration of the best of Western and Asian pop culture content. From toys, collectibles, comics, cosplay to gaming, there is something for everyone to experience.
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Singapore Comic Con is within the ReedPOP portfolio, which includes New York Comic Con, Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, OZ Comic Con, PAX and Star Wars Celebration.
For more information, please visit https://www.singaporecomiccon.com/en-gb.html
Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) 21 November – 1 December 2019
Founded in 1987, the Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) is the largest and longest-running film event in Singapore. It has become an iconic event in the local arts calendar that is widely attended by international film critics, and known for its dynamic programming and focus on ground-breaking Asian cinema for Singapore and the region. Committed to nurturing and championing local and regional talent, its competition component, the Silver Screen Awards, brings together emerging filmmakers from Asia and Southeast Asia while paying tribute to acclaimed cinema legends. With its mentorship programmes, masterclasses and dialogues with attending filmmakers, the Festival also serves as a catalyst for igniting public interest, artistic dialogue, and cultural exchanges in the art of filmmaking. The SGIFF is organised by the Singapore International Film Festival Ltd, a non-profit organisation with Institution of Public Character (IPC) status.
For more information, please visit www.sgiff.com.
HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH SMF VidCon Asia Summit 3 – 4 December 2019
VidCon is the world’s largest celebration of digital video and online creators, where people who make the most interesting and successful video content on the internet can get together, connect with their communities and discuss what’s coming next.
Launching VidCon Asia in Singapore establishes the vibrant growth and universality of this digital creative community and anchors Singapore alongside London and Melbourne as a regional hub for the industry. In 2019, VidCon will be launching the Industry Track in Asia, and scaling this up to the signature three-track VidCon model (Community, Creator, Industry) in 2020 and beyond.
For more information, please visit https://vidcon.asia/.
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ANNEX B: INFORMATION ON THE SMF FESTIVAL VILLAGE
SMF Festival Village 22 to 24 November, 29 November to 1 December 11am to 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays, 11am to 6pm on Sundays Armenian Street Park Admission is free
The Singapore Media Festival presents the SMF Festival Village, transforming Armenian Street into a bustling entertainment hub over two action-packed weekends. Expect dazzling cinematic experiences under the stars, immersive VR showcases, and engaging workshops and masterclasses for everyone to enjoy.
Come hang out with cool Stormtroopers and Power Rangers, or acclaimed local and international stars and storytellers like Naoko Ogigami, Beatrice Chia-Richmond, Michael Chiang and Chua En Lai. With good food & drinks, and an exciting peek into the future of film and TV, come experience Asian stories with us like never before!
Festival at a glance:
- 36 Masterclasses/Workshops, In-Conversation and Show & Tell sessions - 6 Cosplay Parades featuring 20 superheroes - 5 Meet and Greet Sessions - 6 F&B partners offering a wide variety of F&B options such as pulled pork tacos, Salted egg fries, white rabbit bubble tea - 12 Event Partners like Mediacorp, Singapore International Film Festival, Singapore ComicCon
For more details, please visit bit.ly/SGMediaFestVillage-Info or RSVP at bit.ly/SGMediaFestVillage2019-Event | #SGMediaFest
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Map of Festival Village
SCREENINGS
爱本 The Playbook Date: 22, 30 November 2019 Time: 12.00pm - 1.30pm (22 November), 11.30am - 1.00pm (30 November) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: Mandarin
The directorial debut of actor Bryan Wong, The Playbook stars Shelia Sim as a woman who has it all, but finds out she has only one month to live. Having never experienced love, she sets out to find it, with unexpected results.
*Presented by Mediacorp
3688 Date: 22, 30 November 2019 Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm (22 November), 8.00pm - 10.00pm (30 November) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: Mandarin
Directed by Royston Tan, the movie centres around a parking attendant named Fei Fei who always dreams about becoming a singer like her famous idol and namesake - the legendary Taiwanese singer Fong Fei Fei.
*Presented by MM2 Entertainment
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《致胜出击》The Good Fight Date: 22 November, 1 December 2019 Time: 6.00 – 7.00pm (22 November), 5.00pm - 6.00pm (1 December) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: Mandarin
Yan Yifeng died after suffering a heart attack in a mixed martial arts match against Thai boxer Desri. His death devastated his father, Yan Dongshan, causing him to give up on his martial arts school. 12 years later, Desri returns to challenge Dongshan. Dongshan takes him on, only to be badly defeated. His daughter Yichen and disciples Zhengbing and Shuya decide to come together to help Dongshan revive his martial arts school to take revenge.
*Presented by Mediacorp
Kultus Date: 22, 29 November 2019 Time: 4.30pm - 5.30pm (22 November), 5.00pm - 6.00pm (29 November) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: Malay
Syakilla, a Singaporean girl studying in New York, inadvertently gets herself embroiled in ELIXR, a cult based in Upstate New York. Her brother, Syafik, travels to Upstate New York and braves the frigid winter cold to help save his sister from the cult. But despite his best efforts, both Syafik and Syakilla will soon realise that there is no escaping ELIXR.
*Presented by Mediacorp
CNA - Singapore Mosaic: Arabs & Armenians Date: 22 November 2019 Time: 3.30pm - 4.30pm Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: English
Beyond Singapore’s main ethnic groups of Chinese, Malays and Indians, there are many smaller groups who have been part of our rich cultural heritage going back to the 1800s. As Singapore celebrates her bicentennial, we look at four such communities – the Arabs, Parsis, Jews and Armenians – who form a tiny but important part of our vibrant mosaic.
*Presented by Mediacorp
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National Youth Film Awards (NYFA) - Rojak Romance and Balance Date: 22 November 2019 Time: 7.30pm - 8.00pm Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: English
A night of light-hearted and budding romance on the screen opens with a local short documentary about an interracial relationship, Rojak Romance, and an animation short film about overcoming differences, Balance.
*Presented by SGIFF
Suckseed Date: 22 November 2019 Time: 8.00pm - 10.00pm Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: Thai
Ped was a shy boy who never listened to music until introduced to it by his childhood crush, Ern. Ern soon leaves for Bangkok, and it is only six years later that they meet again. Ped's brash best friend, Koong, convinces Ped, along with schoolmate Ex, to form a band with Ern. Their shared attraction to Ern puts a strain on their friendship, and the band's survival.
*Presented by SGIFF
《我是媒体人》Beyond The Cameras Date: 23, 29, 30 November 2019 Time: 11.00am - 12.00pm (23 November), 2.00pm - 3.00pm (29 November), 2.00pm - 3.00pm (30 November) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: Mandarin
"Beyond The Cameras" is a reality talent-search competition programme which provides a platform for people who are interested in Chinese Media Productions' to develop their skills. Candidates whom have successfully gone through the audition will receive on-the-job trainings, with the opportunity to understudy media professionals as they compete for a chance to be the top performers, and a chance to enter the industry. Featuring the work-life of media professionals behind the scene, viewers will get a chance to see what goes on behind the operations of different departments, and some of the biggest show in local showbiz.
*Presented by Mediacorp
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Thilaanaa Date: 23, 29 November 2019 Time: 12.00pm - 1.00pm (23 November), 1.00pm - 2.00pm (29 November) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: Tamil
Gitanjali’s universe collides with a like-minded soul called Shiva, whose one love in life is dance. Through Shiva, Gitanjali meets 5 girls from different walks of life, deterred from practicing dance. Through Deva, Gitanjali meets Shakthi and his almost defunct dance group. Determined to reconnect them to their purpose, Gitanjali rediscovers herself along the way. Their lives unfold like a dance repertoire, with each movement bringing them towards the next stage of their existence.
*Presented by Mediacorp
I’m Madam Date: 23 November 2019 Time: 1.00pm - 2.00pm (23 November), 1.00pm - 2.00pm (30 November) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: Mandarin
“I’m Madam!” is a 13-episode romantic comedy directed by Alaric Tay and Michelle Chong. Pepper wants to be the Number One Social Media Influencer in Singapore – but all that she’s ever got is one follower. When her boyfriend Hulk has a change of heart and falls for his fellow army officer Xin Yi, Pepper decides that her next aim is to join the army and win back his heart. Along with her team of female recruits, Pepper and friends endure gruelling training routines to become a cohesive team of strong and independent women. Along the way, a new love interest grows. Medical Officer Captain Yip, also Hulk’s best friend, is always by her, and seems to have fallen for Pepper. Where does Pepper’s heart lie – who will she choose in the end? *Presented by Mediacorp
Oddbods: Party Monsters Date: 23, 30 November 2019 Time: 2.00pm - 2.30pm (23 November), 11.00am - 11.30am (30 November) Venue: Main Stage Rating: G Language: English
Made by local production studio One Animation, Oddbods is a critically-acclaimed non- dialogue animation series that follows the adventures of seven furry, colourful friends surviving the perils of everyday life, where ordinary situations spiral into extraordinary events. Season
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*Presented by One Animation
128 Circle Date: 23, 24, 30 November, 1 December 2019 Time: 6.00pm - 7.00pm (23 November), 12.00pm - 1.00pm (24 November), 5.00pm - 6.00pm (30 November), 3.00pm - 4.00pm (1 December) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: English
128 Circle, a multilingual drama follows the lives of a group of hawkers operating from the fictional 128 Circle Food Centre. The setting reveals the rich diversity of our Singapore heritage while the use of multiple languages reflects our different voices in a fresh, authentic way. The cast includes veteran actors like Duan Wei Ming, Silvarajoo Prakasam; familiar faces Daren Tan, Jae Liew, Sharon Ismail, Ashwini Nambiar, Constance Lau and Chase Tan
*Presented by Mediacorp
National Youth Film Awards (NYFA) - Trespass: Stories from Singapore’s Thieves Market Date: 23 November 2019 Time: 7.30pm - 8.00pm Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: English
A night of celebrating human connection by looking at the lives of the ones affected by the demolition of the Sungei Road Market via a local short documentary, Trespass.
*Presented by SGIFF
Rent-a-Cat Date: 23 November 2019 Time: 8.00pm - 10.00pm Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: Japanese
A single woman runs a rent-a-cat service to provide companions for lonely people. The film’s director, Naoko Ogigami, will be giving a short opening speech at 8.00pm.
*Presented by SGIFF
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Screening of short films (Robot Playground) Date: 29 November 2019 Time: 11.30am - 12.30am (29 November) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG
1. Rain by Ervin Han (Robot Playground)
Two souls in the city try to make their way home in the rain.
2. Little Red Bricks by Ervin Han (Robot Playground)
A friendship that blossomed between bookshelves in a library grows into a life-long love story that would find its way back decades later in search of memories amongst little red bricks. This film is a tribute to the Old National Library Building at Stamford Road which was demolished in 2004.
3. The Girl and the Cat by Ervin Han (Robot Playground)
A young girl is separated from her mother at a Singaporean night market and meets a cat who brings her deep into the underbelly of the bazaar where fantasy meets reality.
*Presented by Robot Playground
Fresh Takes 离。归 If Only (Directed by Ian Fang) 爱在一百米 Soul Connection (Directed by Priscelia Chan) 到此一游 Remember Us This Way (Directed by Shane Pow) 航拍男 The Droner(Directed by: Romeo Tan)
Date: 24 November 2019 Time: 4.00pm - 6.00pm Venue: Main Stage Rating: G Language: Mandarin
Fresh Takes is a series of 10 local short films directed and produced by Mediacorp artistes Bryan Wong, Romeo Tan, Shane Pow, Priscelia Chan, Joanne Peh and Ian Fang, as well as production teams from Mediacorp Chinese Drama, Studiomonki, Wawa Pictures and August Pictures.
There will be a sharing session by the respective directors at 3.00pm.
*Presented by Mediacorp
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Mixed Signals Episode 1 Date: 24 November 2019 Time: 4.00pm - 5.00pm Venue: Substation Theatre Rating: PG Language: English
Director and Executive Producer Beatrice Chia-Richmond presents the episodic adaption of the Michael Chiang's classic stage play Mixed Signals. They meet at a government-sponsored event for singles: Victor (Hon Kahoe), a nerdy Chinese engineer, and Vanda (Udaya Soundari), an old-fashioned Indian schoolteacher. After subsequent encounters at the Social Interaction Network (SIN) functions, they go on their first date. There is clearly chemistry, which prompts Vanda to suggest a spontaneous trip to the beach. She tells Victor to meet her there while she heads home first. Unfortunately, tragedy strikes when a TV set falls out of a 17th floor HDB flat and smashes into Vanda as she is on the phone with Victor.
*Presented by SGIFF
Food Lore: A Plate of Moon Date: 24 November 2019 Time: 5.00pm - 6.00pm Venue: Substation Theatre Rating: PG Language: English
Premiering at Singapore International Film Festival on the 24 November, Singaporean filmmaker Don Aravind presents Food Lore: A Plate of Moon, an episode from HBO Asia Original anthology drama series, Food Lore. Anbu, a reluctant young domestic helper from India has been hired to care for Raja, an elderly man in Singapore suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Amidst their struggles and differences, they bond over food, love, and memories. Just when all seems to be going well, an unexpected piece of news sends Anbu’s world unravelling again.
The episode is also a world debut happening at the Festival Village
*Presented by SGIFF
CNA - Wild City: Secret World Date: 29 November 2019 Time: 6.00pm - 7.00pm Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: English
Almost 30,000 species of animals make their home in Singapore, but many of them remain largely invisible to us. From banded bullfrogs that do battle in rain-sodden drains, to predatory
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mantises that hunt in suburban gardens, unseen drama unfold all around the city on a daily basis.
*Presented by Mediacorp
CNA - Hawkers in the Centre Date: 24, 30 November 2019 Time: 11.00am – 12.00pm (24 November), 4.00pm - 5.00pm (30 November) Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: English
This 2-part documentary series examines why hawkers and hawker centres are such an essential part of the Singaporean DNA. It looks at the parallel history between Singapore's development, and the emergence of our hawker culture, with hawkers feeding Singaporeans for over a century to date.
*Presented by Mediacorp
ZombiePura Date: 30 November 2019 Time: 8.00pm - 10.00pm Venue: Substation Theatre Rating: PG-13 Language: English
Corporal Kayu is a lazy soldier doing guard duty during his mandatory reservist in an isolated army camp. A mysterious virus breaks out and turns his campmates into rabid zombies. Trapped together, Kayu must team up with his arch-rival, the tough Sergeant Lee Siao On, to survive. Cut off from the outside world, their military training is put to the test and they must find out what it means to be real soldiers.
*Presented by MM2 Entertainment
The Wayang Kids Date: 23 November, 1 December 2019 Time: 4.30pm – 6.00pm (23 November); 11.00am - 12.30pm (1 December); Venue: Main Stage Rating: PG Language: English, Mandarin
The Wayang Kids is about a group of primary school children overcoming cultural and language barriers to represent their school in an international Chinese opera performance. Leading the team is a student with mild autism who has to convince his classmates, teachers and parents and ultimately himself that he deserves a role in the performance. With the
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support of his classmates from a very diverse background, he must show his courage and perseverance to step up and shine on stage.
*Presented by Brainchild Pictures
IN-CONVERSATIONS
In Conversation with Vicki Lau, From Singapore to Hollywood Date: 23 November 2019 Time: 2.00pm - 3.00pm Venue: The Substation Level 1, Random Room
Hear from Vicki Lau, Singaporean Visual Effects / Writer / Producer / Founder, on her journey from Singapore to Hollywood as she worked on shows such as The Walking Dead, Guardians of the Galaxy, War for the Planet of the Apes and Aquaman.
In Conversation with Naoko Ogigami, Filmmaker and Writer Date: 23 November 2019 Time: 4.30pm - 5.30pm Venue: Main Stage
Award-winning Japanese filmmaker, Naoko Ogigami, graduated from Chiba University then went to the United States in 1994 to study film at the graduate school of the University of Southern California, School of Cinema-Television. She returned to Japan in 2000 and started making films, the first of which, Yoshino's Barber Shop (2003), received Special Mention at the Kinderfilmfest in the Berlin Film Festival 2004. Naoko's subsequent films, Kamome Diner (2006) and Glasses (2007), have been successful both in Japan and internationally, the latter having received the Manfred Salzgeber Award at the Berlin Film Festival and nominated for Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. In 2000, she made her first English language film, Toilet, in Toronto, Canada. Her 2017 film Close-Knit received the Teddy Jury Award at the Berlin Film Festival, among many other awards in the film circuit. She is also the writer for Rilakkuma and Kaoru, a stop-motion animation series which premiered on Netflix in 2019.
Join Naoko Ogigami as she talks about her films, writing for film and her future projects.
*Presented by SGIFF
In Conversation with the creator of Mixed Signals, Michael Chiang; director Beatrice Chia-Raymond; and cast members Udaya Soundari and Chua En Lai Date: 24 November 2019 Time: 3.00pm - 4.00pm Venue: The Substation Theatre
An interactive In Conversation session with the creator of Mixed Signals, Michael Chiang, the director and executive producer of the TV series adaption, Breatrice Chia-Richmond, and cast,
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Udaya Soundari (Vanda), Chua En Lai (Dr Loh) to answer all the burning questions you have about the story, adaption process, production and the place of Singapore stories in the content landscape.
*Presented by SGIFF
In Conversation with the Creative Director, Benson Toh, and Film Director, Roslee Yusof of Kinship Date: 1 December 2019 Time: 1.00pm - 2.00pm Venue: Main Stage
Singapore’s Public Utilities Board (PUB) has released an emotive campaign for Hari Raya that tells the story of two young brothers who separated and eventually found resolution through forgiveness. The campaign, called ‘Kinship’ and created for the national water agency, is a six-minute short film that aims to highlight that water is precious in land-scarce Singapore.
Join Benson who is the Creative Director and Roslee Yusof who is the Film Director of Kinship to find out more about the production.
Presented by Tribal Worldwide
MEET & GREET
Star Search Trailers and Meet & Greet with winners Date: 24 November 2019 Time: 2.00pm - 3.00pm Venue: Main Stage
Don’t miss your favourite up and coming celebrities at a special meet-and-greet session with the Top 3 Star Search winners
*Presented by Mediacorp
Fresh Takes Trailers and Sharing Session with Directors Date: 24 November 2019 Time: 3.00pm - 4.00pm Venue: Main Stage
Come catch the screening of Toggle series “Fresh Takes”, and meet Mediacorp artistes Ian Fang, Shane Pow, Romeo Tan and Priscelia Chan
*Presented by Mediacorp
The FlyFlickz Hour
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Date: 30 November 2019 Time: 7.00pm - 8.00pm
Join FLY Entertainment Artiste Irene Ang as she tickles your fancy in a full hour of entertainment, specially created for SMF! With fellow FLY Artistes Patricia Mok and Tosh Zhang, expect a night filled with stand-up comedy, interactive games, and content curated from FLYFlickz.
*Presented by FLY Entertainment
Meet & Greet Session with KIN cast Date: 1 December 2019 Time: 2.00pm - 3.00pm Venue: Main Stage
Take this chance to meet the cast of hit Singaporean drama series KIN – including Timothy Lee, Jasmine Sim, Jason Godfrey, Bridget Fernandez, Ebi Shankara, Sofia Dendroff.
*Presented by Mediacorp
Meet & Greet Session with 致胜出击 The Good Fight Date: 1 December 2019 Time: 4.00pm - 5.00pm Venue: Main Stage
Meet the cast behind this action-packed martial arts drama such as Andie Chen, Paige Chua, Tay Ying, Edwin Goh, Zheng Geping
*Presented by Mediacorp
SHOW & TELL
An Immersive Experience in the World of VR, presented by Warriors9 VR Date: 22 - 23, 29 - 30 November Time: 2.00pm - 3.00pm (22 November), 11.00am - 12.00pm (23 November), 3.00pm – 4.00pm (29 November), 1.30pm – 2.30pm (30 November) Venue: Main Armenian Street
Warrior9 VR is an immersive media company that specialises in making narrative experiences that are high quality, easily accessible and designed for wide audiences. Being based in Singapore, their work is imbued with Asian influences. They create their own projects, and also work with organisations across industries who are open to solving problems with bold and imaginative immersive experiences. For more information, visit https://www.warrior9vr.com/.
*Presented by Warriors9 VR
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Band of Doodlers Date: 23 - 24, 30 November, 1 December 2019 Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm (23 November), 4.30pm - 5.30pm (24 November), 4.30pm - 5.30pm (30 November), 4.30pm – 6.00pm (1 December Venue: Main Armenian Street
Besides creating a unique doodle artwork at the Festival Village, the guys from Band of Doodles will be there to share about their experience. They are a doodling community made up of artists with keen interests in doodling, drawing and illustration. Founded in 2013 by Mas Shafreen, his intent was to create an inclusive platform to promote collaboration and co- creation through an accessible art form. The Band of Doodlers currently has more than 800 members including a stable of more than 200 artists, including renowned illustrators, artists and designers from Singapore and the region. For more information, visit https://bandofdoodlers.com/.
Spotlight on A Digital Graffiti Personality Date: 22 - 24, 29 - 30 November, 1 December 2019 Time: 6.00pm – 7.00pm (22 November), 7.30pm - 8.30pm (23 November), 1.00pm - 2.00pm (24 November), 3.00pm - 4.00pm (29 November), 1.30pm - 2.30pm (30 November), 12.30 - 1.30pm (1 December) Venue: Main Armenian Street
Join a local graffiti artist as he showcases his professional graffiti artworks and commission an art piece to SMF Festival Village on an interactive digital graffiti wall.
PARADES AND PERFORMANCES
Cosplay Parade by TokuCos Group Date: 23 – 24 November 2019 Time: 12.00pm Venue: Main Armenian Street
TokuCos is a group of Cosplayers dressing up as their favourite Tokusatsu characters such as Super Sentai (Power Rangers), Kamen Rider, Ultraman and many more! Their aim is to spread smiles to those in need. They do collaborations with other charity beneficiaries to give back to society.
Cosplay Parade by volunteers from 501st Legion Singapore Garrison, Rebel Legion Cathar Base Singapura, FightSaber Singapore and Mandalorian Mercs Singapore Kranak Clan
Date: 23 - 24, 30 November 2019, 1 December 2019 Time: 5.30pm (23 November), 4.45pm (24 November), 6.30pm (30 November),
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5.00pm (1 December) Venue: Main Armenian Street
They are known for their accurate portrayal of characters from the Star Wars galaxy and are fan groups recognised by Lucasfilm Limited.
AUDITIONS AND PITCHES
Casting/Audition for Narrative Films by Hello Group Dates: 24 November 2019 Time: 11.00am - 12.30pm Venue: Substation Level 2, Classroom
Learn about the audition process and how to shine on screen in this workshop by Hello Group who has done casting for projects such as Crazy Rich Asians (2018) and Apprentice (2016). For ages 7-15.
*Presented by SGIFF
PitchFest by Screenwriters Association (Singapore) Dates: 24 November 2019 Time: 11.30am - 3.00pm Venue: Substation Theatre
The annual PitchFest by Screenwriters Association is back! Have a great story premise for a TV show, web series or feature film? Pitch it and stand to win cash prizes.
More information available here: https://www.screenwriters.org.sg/write/pitchfest2019
ACTIVITIES – MASTERCLASSES, WORKSHOPS, POP-UPS
[Activity] ‘I SMF’ Doodle Wall Date: 22 - 24 November 2019, 29 November - 1 December 2019 Time: 11.00am - 10.00pm (closes at 6.00pm on 24 November and 1 December)
Members of the public are invited to unleash their creativity in this collaborative piece by Singapore’s very own Band of Doodlers.
[Activity] Digital Graffiti Experience Date: 22 - 24 November 2019, 29 November - 1 December 2019 Time: 11.00am - 10.00pm (closes at 6.00pm on 24 November and 1 December)
Be creative with an interactive digital graffiti wall where guests can try their hands at creating art using a digital spray can.
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[Activity] Fun with Chroma Key by Singapore Media Academy Date: 29 November - 1 December 2019 Time: 3.00pm – 8.00pm (29 November) ; 11.00am – 8.00pm (30 November); (11.00am - 6.00pm (1 December)
In this little amusing mock-up studio, participants will experience movie magic first-hand: chroma key, also known as green screen while performing in a simple music video filming. Participants will also enjoy “flying” in the sky and doing an invisible act. These activities are suitable for all age groups.
*Presented by Singapore Media Academy
[Activity] Immersive Storytelling in VR. Date: 22 - 24 November 2019, 29 November - 1 December 2019 Time: 11.00am - 10.00pm (closes at 6.00pm on 24 November and 1 December)
Explore the possibilities of virtual reality by traversing the ocean floor, challenging your fear of heights and exhilarating lightsabre action! This year’s Festival Village will feature a showcase of immersive VR experiences by award-winning studios Gazebo, Warrior9 VR and Ignite VR. Perfect for families.
The PhoenIX The PhoenIX is an animated science-fiction series in VR, designed by Warrior9 VR to give audiences the most visceral narrative experience of their lives. We follow The PhoenIX - a diverse group of warriors - as they race against time to unite humankind against a shadowy, alien enemy. The story is set in the majesty of space. Oceans We Make Oceans We Make is a short, award-winning VR experience by Warrior9 VR designed for impact on the issue of ocean pollution. Using stunning visuals and simple gameplay, this underwater experience will leave you thinking about what we need to do to save our beautiful oceans - in under 5 minutes. VR Game Zone This experiential zone will feature two thrilling and action-packed by Ignite VR games. Enter a futuristic world and slash the beats of adreanaline- pumping music using lightsabers as they fly towards you with Beat Saber. Not for the faint-hearted, Richie’s Plank Experience clones a real-world plank into the virtual world, allowing visitors to walk on a plank that sits 160m above the ground!
[Activity] Stamp and Sling Date: 29 November - 1 December 2019 Time: 3.00pm – 8.00pm (29 November); 11.00am – 8.00pm (30 November); (11.00am - 6.00pm (1 December)
Stamp your own SMF sling bag and personalise with in-house stamps.
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[Pop-Up] Drawing from Film Date: 22 - 24 November 2019, 29 November - 1 December 2019 Time: 11.00am - 10.00pm (closes at 6.00pm on 24 November and 1 December)
As part of the celebration, the Festival has commissioned local artists to reinterpret five iconic local films that are significant to the Festival over the years. Drawing inspiration from the stories and characters, the artists shine new light on the appreciation of these films. The poster artwork is exhibited at the SMF Village, and comes in a postcard set sold in various SGIFF screening venues.
*Presented by SGIFF
[Pop-Up] Comic Con Pop-Up Stall Date: 22 - 24 November 2019, 29 November - 1 December 2019 Time: 11.00am - 10.00pm (closes at 6.00pm on 24 November and 1 December)
The Singapore Comic Con, Southeast Asia’s ultimate celebration of Western and Asian pop culture, will be having a pop-up stall selling merchandise and tickets to the convention.
*Presented by Singapore ComicCon
[Workshop] Video making & Marketing with Mobile Workshop by Nick Tan, founder and producer at AP Media Date: 22 November 2019 Time: 3pm - 4pm Venue: The Substation Level 1, Random Room
“Video Making & Marketing on Mobile” is an introductory workshop to the creative and technical aspects of videomaking and marketing on our everyday handheld mobile devices for content producers of all levels. Participants will familiarise themselves with the entirety of a filmmaker’s workflow from pre-production to post-production, and go through a live demonstration of mobile video making. In addition, we will also be reviewing applications of this content for marketing, including corporate, TVCs and product developments, drawing inspiration from produced content. *Presented by AP Media
[Workshop] Creating Stories of Friendship + Family by Naoko Ogigami Date: 23 November 2019 Time: 11.00am – 12.30pm Venue: The Substation Level 2, Classroom
Get your children treated to a hands-on workshop with award-winning filmmaker Naoko Ogigami, writer of the Netflix animated series Rilakkuma and Kaoru, who will be accompanied
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by award-winning Singaporean filmmaker Ric Aw. With the Rilakkuma and Kaoru universe as a starting point, students will work on using the characters and creating scenes that will expose them to storytelling methods for film, including simple storyboarding and tips on different types of camera shots.
*Presented by SGIFF
[Workshop] Character Design Dates: 23 November, 1 December 2019 Time: 3.30pm – 5.00pm (23 November); 11.30am – 1.00pm (1 December) Venue: Substation Level 1, Random Room
A drawing session where participants can learn how to create their own unique characters using fundamentals of character design presented in easy-to-understand bite size tips. Participants will get to create their full original character using a combination of complex shapes that they can bring home.
*Presented by Singapore ComicCon
[Workshop] 360 Immersive Content Marketing by Wei Kai, Marketing and Immersive Content lead of 360VR Asia Date: 1 December 2019 Time: 3pm - 4pm Venue: The Substation Level 1, Random Room
“360 Immersive Content Marketing” is an introductory workshop to the creative and technical aspects of generating cutting-edge 360 content, from a producer and consumer standpoint, challenging participants to reimagine the possibilities of content marketing in this day and age, brimming with exciting and creative shots. In addition to the expected wealth of shared experience, participants will be treated to a hands-on shoot and post-production demonstration using the latest 360 content production technology. *Presented by AP Media
[Masterclass] 360VR Max - Road to immersive content by Nick Tan, Founder and Producer at AP Media Date: 29 November 2019 Time: 330pm - 430pm Venue: The Substation Level 1, Random Room
This sharing promises to chart the course of emerging demand for 360VR content in today’s modern world. Traversing trends, content and expectations, participants will enjoy visualising a new reality for their technological future — across virtual reality, augmented reality and 360 content across creative, and even practical means. Join us on the road to immersive content as we show you the evolution of immersive media over time.
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*Presented by AP Media
[Masterclass] Short films production by Saleem Hadi, an Award-winning filmmaker, founder of BLACSPICE MEDIA Date: 30 November 2019 Time: 3pm - 4pm Venue: The Substation Level 1, Random Room
SG short films zooms into the making and use of short films across genres and language. Saleem Hadi strongly believes that there are always enough content and context around us to be inspired and tell impactful stories and inspire deeper conversation on topics that affect individuals and society. This session will share on his creative process through the lens of culture, community and even social enterprise to explore the inspiring power of short- filmmaking. *Presented by AP Media
[Masterclass] Media Entrepreneurship by Peter Draw Dates: 30 November – 1 December 2019 Time: 4.00pm - 4.30pm (30 November), 2.30pm - 3.00pm (1 December) Venue: Substation Level 1, Random Room
Get close and personal with Peter Draw in his masterclass session as he shares his journey of becoming one of the largest IP in the biggest and fastest Social Media Platform today.
*Presented by HappWhy Brand
[Masterclass] Media Professional Series by Mediacorp Dates: 30 November – 1 December 2019 Time: Various Timeslots Venue: Substation Level 1, Random Room
Join various media professionals as they share insights of their role and work within the media industry
Time slot Roles for sharing Speakers sessions
1 22 Nov (Fri), 12pm- Digital News roles Jaime Ho, Chief Editor, Digital News 1pm
2 22 Nov (Fri), 1pm- Chinese Radio News Tan Gar Leng, Journalist 2pm
3 23 Nov (Sat), 1pm- English News & Steven Chia, Snr Editor/Presenter 2pm Current Affairs
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4 24 Nov (Sun), 2pm Commissioning and Kevin Ho, Assistant Lead, Content, to 3pm Programming roles English Content for English Rachel Wong, Assistant Entertainment Commissioning Editor Content (Drama)
5 24 Nov (Sun), 3pm- Production Services Vienna Wong, Automation Director 4pm roles Mud Raydza, Visual Correspondent
6 24 Nov (Sun), 4pm Malay News & Muhammad Izwan Ohtman, to 5pm Current Affairs Presenter
7 29 Nov (Fri), 12pm- Tamil News & Current Zaheerah Begum, 1pm Affairs Journalist/Presenter
8 29 Nov (Fri), 1pm- Commissioning and Rita Seow, Lead, Audience & Content 2pm Programming roles for Chinese Entertainment Content (Drama)
9 30 Nov (Sat), 2pm- Chinese News & Tung Soo Hua, Presenter/Executive 3pm Current Affairs Editor
10 1 Dec (Sun), 1pm- Scriptwriting and Prem Anand, Executive Research 2pm Content Production Writer roles Clarabelle Chong, Senior Research Writer Pamy Tan, Research Writer
*Presented by Mediacorp
FOOD & DRINKS
Food Tacos: Pulled Beef, Cajun Spiced Chicken, Black Bean, Corn and Mushroom Nachos: Tortilla Chips with Nacho Cheese and Black Hole Group Pickled Jalapeños
Drinks Virgin Lychee Mojito Hibiscus Iced Tea Drinks White Rabbit Bubble Tea Take A Bite Brown Sugar Bubble Tea Thai Tea
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Food Chicken Cubes Three Good Guys Beef Cubes Mala Wings King Oyster Mushroom Food Braised pork rice with ramen egg & drink HomeFlavours.SG Fried chicken cutlet and fried otah & drink (3 different flavours: sour cream, wasabi and spicy original) Food Laksa Egg-skin popiah Large curry puff TrueBlue Drinks Chendol drink Watermelon water Coconut water Food Seafood Pasta Chicken Pasta Fish & Chips
Sides Salted Egg Fries Cheese Fries BBQ Seasoned Curly Fries Island Surfers Crunchy Tater Tots Mantou with chilli crab sauce
Drinks / Desserts Ice Cream Icy Mango Pomelo with Bubble Pops Sunset Mojito Island Surfer’s Frutea Fruity Vinegar Drink Canned Drinks
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