Identity Identity Short Films

a short film about us living in a van for a year.

As Larry David's Curb Your Enthusiasm comes to the end of it's 24 year run on HBO, check out this bizarre short from Matthew Bauer (The Other Fellow 2022). Starring Robert Altman's longtime collaborator Allan Nicholls (Nashville, A Wedding, Popeye, A Perfect Couple, Hair Original Broadway Cast) the film was shot in improvisational "Borat" style on location at the Singapore Television Awards.

Inspired by Plato's allegory of the cave, Chasing Sunsets follows a worn out, jaded office worker, Toby, who receives a phone call reminding him to go out to explore the world.

A docudrama about a passionate media student working as a beauty influencer who has to constantly break through societal stereotypes, in pursuit of self expression while facing constant judgements.

A docudrama about a competitive student who is too grade-obsessed to the extent that she micromanages every assignment, neglecting the feelings of her teammates and, at the same time, causing cracks in her relationship with her friends.

'Noobz: A Game Dev Story' is a short documentary by No Average Joe (NAJ), chronicling their first (and maybe last) foray into the treacherous world of game development.Tired of abusive and errant clients, NAJ founder Joe Peter plots revenge by producing a beat 'em up that will leave them in a world of hurt... or at least, he hopes so. In fact, it would supposedly draw inspiration from retro classics like 'Metal Slug' and 'Streets of Rage', chock-full of Singaporean references, and a catchy chip-tune soundtrack. Sounds bloody brilliant!There's just one little problem... no one at NAJ has any idea how to create video games.Will their lack of experience be their downfall? Or can they make their lofty ambitions a reality somehow? Tune in (it's only about 15 minutes long anyway), who knows, you might just come away with some newfound respect for game developers. Or maybe not.

"Blender Mak" unfolds in a 1960s Singaporean kampong, focusing on Puan Timah, a modern Malay woman with the only blender in the village. Ramadan prompts her to showcase the blender, sparking clashes with traditional values. Simultaneously, Kwan You faces business challenges amid declining health. As the grand iftar approaches, Timah's reliance on the blender clashes with the kampong's values. Timah's daughter, Jamal, proposes lending the blender to help Kwan You, leading to a rejected heist idea. Comedic mishaps follow, culminating in a village-wide blackout, falsely attributed to Timah's blender. Ultimately, "Blend of Cultures" highlights the kampong's cultural diversity and communal spirit, emphasizing our interconnectedness despite differences.

Ethan contemplates his life but is met with an unexpected visitor as he is about to end it all. Little did he know, that would change everything. That could be you too, but would YOU?

Singapore's first vertical-screen mini-film, "7," directed by the million-dollar director Kelvin Sng, will be broadcast worldwide in collaboration with Asia Momentum Media on Halloween, October 31, 2021.The short film depicts seven individuals compelled by societal pressures. They receive an invitation from a mysterious figure to participate in a reality show, becoming fascinated by the special invite. They gather at a mysterious and enchanting old mansion located at 32 Hooper Road. Unbeknownst to them, each person represents one of the Seven Deadly Sins – pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath, and sloth. They can become overnight millionaires just by staying in the house until they find one million dollars. The rules are simple: 1. Report to the mystery person once the money is found, 2. Overcome their biggest sin, 3. There is only one winner; the rest die. As soon as the game unfolds, there is already a mystery murder… the mansion causes people to become “strange.” Is it their unpredictable human nature, or does the mansion possess an otherworldly power leading to their demise?"7" marks Asia Momentum Media's inaugural venture into vertical-screen short films, featuring actors from AMM's entertainment arm such as Vanessa Tiara, Yong Yu, Joshua Cadence Lui, Lincoln Koo, as well as artists from KSPTV such as Esther Leong, Cheryl Cheng, Danny Jao, and Gosteloa Spancer. The cast and production team not only have to shoot every scene from dusk till dawn, but they also have to practice their facial expressions and unique “death face,” challenging themselves to perform to a vertical screen format with a different focal point.The drama is directed and written by Kelvin Sng, a director with extensive drama experience who has directed countless dramas, including the well-grossing film "TAXI! TAXI!i" and the Chinese New Year film "THE FORTUNE HANDBOOK." Shawn Tan, who worked in Hollywood with renowned producer Larry Kasanoff, serves as the producer for "7". The film also involves renowned local director Jack Neo and Felicia Tung, who achieved over a million views and subscriptions as the main producer and head writer when she worked at Night Owl Cinematics as executive producers.

"""Eva: Hero Girl"" is an inspiring documentary film about Eva Zhigalina, who became a trailblazer in the world of Kokpar in Kazakhstan—a traditional male game of nomadic peoples. Amidst the vast steppes, windswept landscapes, and towering mountains, we are introduced to the heroine of our story—Eva, a young and determined girl. In a traditional society where the participation of women in Kokpar has been prohibited, Eva overcomes social and cultural barriers to pursue her passion for this brutal game. Eva encounters fierce opponents who believe Kokpar is exclusively a male domain and that a girl's participation distorts traditions and values. However, Eva has numerous supporters who see her true strength and dedication to her dream. They rally behind Eva, helping her overcome obstacles and fight for recognition of her talent. The film ""Eva: Hero Girl"" immerses viewers in an emotional journey, showcasing not only the challenges faced by the protagonist but also her profound love for horses. Eva not only displays physical strength and agility but also reveals her inner power, passion, and determination, which become an inspiration to many. ""Eva: Hero Girl"" is a captivating voyage into the world of traditions, strength, and self-sacrifice, where one young woman fearlessly goes against the current, proving that love and passion know no boundaries.

The sound of counting dance moves came from Sujiwo's mouth, breaking the morning silence in his house. It seems that Sujiwo is practicing the Anggun dance, a young girl right in the middle of the studio patiently and gently. Sujiwo guided and corrected Anggun's hand position. While practicing the Gandrung dance, Sujiwo and Anggun talk about their past like lovers who once loved each other. Sujiwo is actually Anggun's father who recently passed away. The longing and gazes in her eyes while practicing dance suddenly turned into tears when she remembered that her father, who had always accompanied her in practicing dance until she achieved many wins, had passed away. Anggun remembered his last message before her father passed away, to continue to preserve and revive the world of dance.

Meixin shares one of her tuition session, where she conducts a mock oral exam with her tutee. From reading a passage to answering questions, the tutee cannot manage at all and ends up giving hilarious answers.