Spirit World
Southeast Asian Premiere
Eric Khoo France, Singapore, Japan 2024 94 min PG
Legendary singer Claire Emery arrives in Tokyo for what she thinks will be her final concert, only to find herself unexpectedly crossing into a different realm.
Renowned vocalist Claire Emery is invited from Paris to Tokyo for a farewell concert dedicated to her fans before her retirement. After this performance, her life on earth ends abruptly. Guided by devoted fan Yuzo, Claire embarks on a coastal journey. As interlopers in the realm of the living, they uncover life’s hidden facets, their ethereal vantage point drawing us into a world where existence, artistry and memory entwine. Their converging journeys unfold like a haunting melody, bridging past and future while illuminating the elusive path to closure.
Spirit World deepens Eric Khoo’s dialogue with Japan through a transcultural lens. Continuing from the themes in Tatsumi (2011) and Ramen Teh (2018), the film explores the intricacies of craftsmanship, shedding light on the sacrifices of a life devoted to one’s art. Blending the supernatural with human experiences, it dissolves the veils between the living and the dead.
The film’s impact reverberates long after the credits roll. Spirit World reminds us that moving forward often requires making peace with what we leave behind, offering a sensitive reflection on legacy and transition.
Audience Choice Award
30 Nov, Sat 4:30PM / 94 min
Shaw Lido, Hall 1
2 Dec, Mon 7:00PM / 94 min
National Gallery Singapore
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Spirit World
Eric Khoo
France, Singapore, Japan
2024
French, Japanese
English
94 min
PG
Southeast Asian Premiere
Eric Khoo
Eric Khoo is a filmmaker and producer credited with reviving Singapore’s film industry in the mid-1990s. The founder of Zhao Wei Films and Gorylah Pictures, Khoo is known for award-winning films such as Mee Pok Man (1995), 12 Storeys (1997) and Be with Me (2005). His films have been showcased at major festivals including the Berlinale, Venice and Cannes. In 2007, Khoo received the Singapore government’s Cultural Medallion.
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