The new independent cinema
Programmed by Singapore Film Society
The new independent cinema
Programmed by Singapore Film Society
KOPITIAM DAYS
Directed By Yeo Siew Hua, Shoki Lin, M. Raihan Halim, Tan Siyou, Don Aravind, Ong Kuo Sin | 128 Min
KOPITIAM DAYS is an anthology of six heartfelt stories that speak of mending relationships and
reconnecting, while celebrating Singapore as a home to diverse narratives. We present tales
spanning different time periods, with our Kopitiam and the stories it hosts representing the
past, present, and future. This anthology will coalesce due to the uplifting nature of the stories,
distinctly Singaporean tales that a wide audience can relate to. Each film's ending either
signals a new beginning or a newfound appreciation of home.
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Mandarin, English, Tamil, Malay, some Hainanese, Hokkien, Cantonese with English & Chinese subtitles
PG (Some Sexual References)
Cast: Richie Koh, Hong Hui Fang, Zaliha Hamid, Iris Li, Stephen Zechariah, Yang Shi Bin
Age limits apply for films rated
NC16, M18, or R21
套 RUBBERS
Directed By Han Yew Kwang | 86 Minutes
Singapore’s first R21-rated sex comedy has three non-intersecting storylines – realism
(Balloons), magical realism (Plumber), and absurdist (Nightmare) – revolving around condoms,
in the contexts of saving a failing marriage, seducing a plumber, and punishing a selfish
playboy. With a veteran local cast including Golden Horse award-winner Yeo Yann Yann,
RUBBERS has earned an indelible place in the history and output of Singapore filmmaking.
Look out for a note-perfect ‘Asian horror’ sequence starring the director himself.
Join director Han Yew Kwang for an introduction and live Q&A on 15 Aug, 7.30pm
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R21 (Sexual Content) | Mandarin with English and Chinese subtitles
Cast: Marcus Chin, Yeo Yann Yann, Alaric Tay, Oon Shu An
Age limits apply for films rated
NC16, M18, or R21
KING OF HAWKERS 小贩之王
Directed By Kelvin Sng | 120 Minutes
KING OF HAWKERS is a heartwarming Singapore feature film directed by Kelvin Sng that
celebrates Singapore's UNESCO-recognised hawker culture through a touching story about
family, resilience, heritage and community. First released in Singapore and Malaysia in
February 2024, the film follows a woman who returns to Singapore to protect her family's
hawker legacy from corporate forces threatening traditional hawker culture. Best Feature
Film (Times Torrent Section) winner at the Asian Art Film Awards 2025.
All tickets are subjected to availability and are for free seating.
We recommend arriving early to secure preferred seats.
PG13 (Some Sexual References) | Mandarin and some Cantonese with English and Chinese subtitles
Cast: Dawn Yeoh, Ryan Lian, Hugo Ng, Liu Lingling
Age limits apply for films rated
NC16, M18, or R21
MOJOKU HILANG!
Directed By Min Lim | 135 Minutes
At Moo Magic Dairy, Mojo the cow is more than just a mascot—she's a viral sensation. But
when her theft sparks a clash between the ruthless dairy conglomerate and the last village
of independent farmers, one ambitious young executive finds himself torn between
corporate loyalty and rediscovering his roots.
Adi, once a village boy, traded his family's dairy farm for a shot at success in the big city.
Now tasked with going undercover to recover Mojo and persuade the farmers of Kampung Semerah Padi to sell, he's pulled back into the world he abandoned. There, he reconnects with the land, the people—-and with Ayu, а spirited young farmer fighting to save her
family's heritage.
As secrets of Adi's past unravel, he must choose between the empire he helped build and
the community that has come to believe in him. A heartfelt story of family, sacrifice, and
belonging, this film explores how the sweetest dreams are rooted in the soil we call home.
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PG | Malay, Indonesian, English with English, Chinese & Malay subtitles
Cast: Adipati Dolken, Mimi Lana, Wan Hanafi Su
Age limits apply for films rated
NC16, M18, or R21
ITAM: A SUN BEAR STORy
Directed By Raymond Tan | 80 Minutes
Three years in the making, this remarkable documentary was filmed entirely in Sabah, Malaysia.
It follows the rehabilitation and release of a rescued sun bear named Itam. Developed in close
collaboration with the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, the production was granted rare
access to archival records, veterinary logs, field operations, and the complete rewilding process.
This access allows the film to move beyond surface observation into deeply-researched, character-driven storytelling. Combining immersive cinematic language with investigative scientific inquiry,
ITAM: A SUN BEAR STORY positions Southeast Asian conservation stories within global discourse.
His interest in cross-cultural identity and social issues shaped engineer-turned-filmmaker
Raymond Tan’s previous award-winning features, WAYANG BOY and THE WAYANG KIDS, which
respectively won Best Foreign Comedy Feature and Best Feature awards in the USA and Chile.
“This film is personal because it asks how we measure worth. In a world that often values scale
and speed, Itam asks us to slow down and see the dignity of one life. If we can care this much for
one bear, the compassion may not be that small after all.” – Director Raymond Tan
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PG | English, Mandarin & Malay with English subtitles
Age limits apply for films rated
NC16, M18, or R21
THE OLD MAN AND HIS CAR 老破车
Directed by Michael Kam | 82 Minutes
A recently widowed old man finds himself confronted with the bittersweet task of parting with his cherished old car as he prepares to migrate to another country. He reluctantly embarks on a journey that forces him to confront his past, his profound sense of loss, and his enduring love. “Beyond being a narrative about letting go, the film delves into the themes of ageing and caregiving …..
I strive to infuse moments of levity throughout the narrative, and hopefully deliver a cinematic experience that resonates with audiences on multiple emotional levels.” – Director Michael Kam
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NC16 (Some Coarse Language) | English, Chinese, Hokkien & Malay with English subtitles
Cast: Lim Kay Tong, Richard Low,
Steven Woon, Sunny Pang
Age limits apply for films rated
NC16, M18, or R21
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