An Unfinished Film
Southeast Asian Premiere
Lou Ye Germany, Singapore 2024 107 min M18 (Some Mature Content)
A filmmaker returns to an unfinished work, determined to complete his vision as creativity clashes with life’s shifting priorities in a changing world.
Director Xiaorui’s discovery of old footage from a decade-old project rekindles the drive to complete his unfinished film. As he embarks on this creative ambition, his personal quest becomes entangled with China’s collective struggle during the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Through a kinetic blend of old footage and handheld camerawork, Lou crafts a visceral experience that fractures the boundary between real and fabricated. An Unfinished Film delves into the tensions between art and survival, prompting viewers to ponder whether the pursuit of creativity can transcend pragmatic concerns, ultimately affirming life in the face of adversity.
Q&A with Filmmaker(s), Audience Choice Award
3 Dec, Tue 8:00PM / 106 min
The Projector, Yangtze
Audience Choice Award
4 Dec, Wed 2:00PM / 106 min
Filmgarde Kallang, Hall 3
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An Unfinished Film
一部未完成的电影
Lou Ye
Germany, Singapore
2024
Mandarin
107 min
M18 (Some Mature Content)
Southeast Asian Premiere
Lou Ye
A prominent figure among China’s Sixth Generation directors, Lou Ye’s works explore complex social issues while navigating censorship. These include Suzhou River (2000) and Summer Palace (2006), both of which gained international acclaim but faced domestic restrictions. Lou’s films have competed and received awards in major festivals like Cannes, the Berlinale and Venice, cementing his status as a bold voice in Chinese cinema.
Yingli Ma,
Philippe Bober
Qin Hao,
Qi Xi,
Mao Xiaorui
