The world has been sustained by one mechanism; that which moves our city, our body, our thoughts and existence - Breathing. RawGround 2024 is a ten-day event of curated film screenings, artist talks and workshops connected by the theme: Breathing - the movement of space. The first three days feature activities that are held on […]
A six month developmental platform for emerging film programmers Deadline: Thursday, 29 Feb 2024 (2359H SGT) The Film Programmers Lab is a new initiative presented by Objectifs and the Asian Film Archive. It is a 6-month developmental platform for emerging film programmers based in Singapore. The programme will consist of a series of workshops, closed-door consultations […]
Taking place in conjunction with A Reservoir of Time A Reservoir of Time Curated by Goh Chun Aik with works by Lewis Choo, Ge Xiaocong, Goh Chun Aik, Hong Shu-ying, and Ivan Ong Presented by Objectifs Recipient of Curator Open Call 21 Jan – 4 Mar 2024 Chapel Gallery, Objectifs Opening: 20 Jan 2024, 5pm Free admission […]
"Beyond Conventions: Methods" inaugurates ‘Convergence and Departure: Engagements in Moving-Image’, three-part screening programme endeavours to expand the reach of moving-image in contemporary art discourse in Southeast Asia. Highlighting the growth of video as both medium and method, ‘Beyond Convention: Methods’ explores alternative techniques and technologies used in making a film. Gathering films diverse in their […]
Saigon Experimental is back with its 5th edition featuring 24 short films by Vietnamese and international filmmakers, which will be divided into 4 thematic programs. This year's event will be held at a cinema within a hotel, where audience can choose to watch any program of their linking and decide who they will share the […]
This year’s Cinema Rehiyon happens in the Western Visayas, with the theme “Patubas sang Taliambong, Banwa nga Mahamungayaon” (The Fruits of Culture, A Creative City). An event brought to the public by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), this 16th iteration boasts of an entire day devoted to film talks on the […]
In celebration of a decade of original cinema, the IdeaFirst Company is holding a film festival of its film. The Festival also includes Q&A Sessions with filmmakers, a Masterclass with Jun Robles Lana, and Roundtable Discussions on film and its making. It will be held at the Gateway Cineplex 18 from April 12 to 14 […]
The Objectifs x Momo Short Film Incubator is an initiative that focuses on developing short film scripts. The programme is open to Southeast Asian filmmakers working with moving images, and will provide five selected participants with mentorship and a valuable support network as they work on their scripts. The Objectifs x Momo Film Co Short Film Incubator […]
The HCMC International Film Festival (HIFF) is an annual cinematic extravaganza that celebrates the art of storytelling through film. Nestled in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, HIFF serves as a global platform for filmmakers, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts to come together, share their love for cinema, and explore the magic of […]
What is one willing to give up to fulfil their insatiable desires? Following the internationally acclaimed Setan Jawa—which premiered in 2017 to a sold-out crowd at Esplanade—respected Indonesian director Garin Nugroho returns for the world premiere of Samsara, a stunning cinematic experience that marries film with live music. Samsara follows the story a man from an […]
