I and 他 (I and him)

Authors
Karen Wong Xue Qi, Teh Kah Soon & Yu Minli

Supervisor
Mr Kym Campbell

Year
2014

Abstract
This short film is a drama comedy chronicling the clashes between two people from two different cultures. Judy, a local tour guide, is forced to assist Robert, a rich Chinese tourist, in finding a special bak chor mee (minced meat noodles). Judy’s inability to speak proper Mandarin and Robert’s inability to understand English result in hilarious misunderstandings. On their hunt for the noodles – from a classy Western restaurant to a local hawker centre – they have to navigate different cultural practices and nuances. An unhappy incident with fellow Singaporeans makes Judy realize the stereotypes and prejudices she has against Robert.

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http://hdl.handle.net/10356/59596

Violet

Authors
Priscy Dora Subasanran, Shahilia Munnawar Bhagat & Vanessa Lim Singh

Supervisor
Ms Lau Joon-Nie

Year
2014

Abstract
Violet tells the story of a young girl left without a family, suitor or fortune, leaving her with no choice but to look inwards to discover the courage to steer her towards a new phase of life. Set in a time very different from the Singapore we see today, the creators want the film to be a nostalgic, reminiscent piece for the older viewers but an educational, insightful journey for the younger generation. It shows a glimpse of Singapore in the 1970s, with a focus on the vibrant cabaret scene before it was “cleaned up” and discarded by the government.

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http://hdl.handle.net/10356/59846

Suicide kakis

Authors
Kan Mun Hoe, Ng Li Ying Louise, Nur Syuhrah Binte Samad & Shermin Toh Xin Li

Supervisor
Mr Kym Campbell

Year
2014

Abstract
This is a drama with elements of dark humour which revolves around an individual who seeks the help of his “kaki” (colloquial Malay word for “friend”) in his pursuit of death. Freddie Heng wants to die but since only 0.03% of those who commit suicide succeed, he embarks on an Internet search for a suicide “kaki” to increase his odds. As he and Nadia, a bubbly enthusiast of gore and death, undertake a series of hilariously unsuccessful suicide attempts, their painful experiences with suicide and death comes to light, and each is haunted by a dark past that seems to overshadow their future.

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http://hdl.handle.net/10356/59851

Ben

Authors
Ong Ju Tsiang Jonathan, Ng Wei Jie & Tiong Ching Ning Sabrina

Supervisor
Mr Kym Campbell

Year
2014

Abstract
This is a short comedy film of an unexpected journey of self-discovery. Ben is the intelligent and awkward captain of the robotics team who is madly in love with Danielle, the prettiest girl in school. After an initial attempt to romance her resulted in disaster, he formulates a plan with his rogue friend, Budi, to win her heart. Here begins his quest for transformation as the duo work together to re-brand Ben on social media as one of the cool kids in school, tailored to Danielle’s tastes. Complications arise and Ben is unable to keep up with the façade, forcing him to come to terms with himself as he learns to embrace his own identity.

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http://hdl.handle.net/10356/59783