In an intimate dialogue session, director and screenwriter Ossama Mohammed will discuss the evolution of his artistic practice and experiences making films independently under violent conditions in Syria. This talk offers a rare glimpse into the work of a filmmaker who has been exiled in Paris since 2011. We will be screening his short film, Step by Step (1978), prior to the conversation.

Step by Step – 1978 / 23 min / PG

In a rolling area of Syria, the future aspirations of the villagers’ children are thwarted, trapped between farming, menial labour, or becoming soldiers.

Ossama Mohammed
(Speaker)

Syria/France
Film Director

Ossama Mohammed is a Syrian director and screenwriter. His works include Step by Step (1978), a documentary short chosen for the Berlinale official selection in 2013, 35 years after its release, and feature films Stars in Broad Daylight (1988), Sunduq al-Dunya (2002) and Silvered Water, Syria Self-Portrait (2014) which were selected for the Cannes Film Festival. His latest documentary film was made following his exile to Paris in 2011. All his feature films are banned in Syria. He received the Prince Claus Award in 2015 for his cinematic and humanitarian work.

Thong Kay Wee
(Moderator)

Singapore
Programme Director, SGIFF

Thong Kay Wee is the Programme Director at SGIFF and a cultural worker and moving image curator based in Singapore. He has served on film festival juries in Jeonju, Taiwan and Yogyakarta, among others. He was previously the Programmes and Outreach Officer at the Asian Film Archive (AFA) from 2014 to 2021. During his tenure, he was responsible for establishing the AFA’s regular programmes and presiding over specialised showcases, including commissions by the National Arts Council of Singapore and the Singapore International Festival of the Arts.

Acclaimed actresses deconstruct the elements of strong female characters in their diverse film and television roles. This talk will delve into the intricacies of working with writers and directors to embody resilience, vulnerability and authenticity, while also reflecting on the impact that memorable female characters have on audiences and society.

Speakers

Marissa Anita
(Speaker)

Indonesia
Actor

Marissa Anita is an Indonesian actress, known for her work in Ali and the Queens (2021) for which she won Best Supporting Actress at Festival Film Indonesia, Impetigore (2019), Gundala (2019), and Solo Solitude (2016). With a passion for storytelling, Marissa has carved out a niche for herself in the entertainment industry by choosing complex female characters that challenge societal norms and explore the intricacies of human emotions.

Noorlinah Mohamed
(Speaker)

Singapore
Actor, Educator and Creative Producer

Noorlinah Mohamed is a Singaporean actress, educator, and creative producer. Her career began on stage in 1988, with notable performances including Temple (2009), winning the Straits Times Life! Theatre Award for Best Actress, and Recalling Mother (2022) which she co-wrote and co-directed. She has also curated festivals like N.O.W.: Festival of Women and received the Great Women of Our Time Award (2005) for her contributions to arts and culture.

Sofia Jane
(Speaker)

Malaysia
Actor

Sofia Jane is a Malaysian actress, who made her start in Perempuan (1992) and has since been involved with several Malaysian TV dramas and film productions. She won best actress at the Boh Cameronian Awards for Laut Lebih Indah Dari Bulan (2014). Recently, she has been in One Cent Thief (2022), Mencari Ramlee (2025), and Maryam Pagi ke Malam (2023) for which she recently won Best Actress at the Asian Film Festival in Rome.

Nicole Midori Woodford
(Moderator)

Singapore
Film Director

Nicole Midori Woodford is a Singaporean film director and writer. Her debut feature, Last Shadow at First Light (2023), premiered at the San Sebastián International Film Festival, was nominated at the Asian Film Awards and Asia Pacific Screen Awards, and won four awards at the Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival. She is an alumna of Berlinale Talents, Asian Film Academy, Torino Film Lab, and Talents Tokyo.

Dive into the dynamic world of post-production, where diverse creative talents converge to craft a film’s final vision. This panel discussion explores how artistic synergies foster innovation, enhance storytelling and elevate the audience’s experience. Our panellists will share their insights on effective communication, creative experimentation, and reveal the intricate dance between editing, colour and sound design.

Speakers

Mariana Gaivão
(Speaker)

Portugal
Director & Editor

Mariana Gaivão began her career as a film editor on films screened at the Cannes, Venice, and Locarno Film Festivals. Her short films, Solo (2020) and Ruby (2019), have been selected for festivals including Rotterdam, Palm Springs, ZINEBI, broadcasted on ARTE and featured at the Institute of Contemporary Arts. She was previously a film programmer for Queer Lisboa and Doclisboa and coordinator of the Advanced Post-Production Course at the School of Arts – Catholic University of Porto. She is currently developing her feature film.

Yov Moor
(Speaker)

France
Colourist

Yov Moor is a senior freelance colourist based in France, who has contributed to award-winning feature films, documentaries, art films and shorts. His primary motivation is to use the colour grading process to support and enhance the vision of the director, cinematographer, and producer – contributing to its visual language. Moor had four films at Cannes this year: Grand Tour (2024), L’Amour Ouf (2024), Locust (2024), and Mongrel (2024).

Lim Ting Li
(Speaker & Moderator)

Singapore/Portugal
Supervising Sound Editor
Postal Sound

Lim Ting Li is a supervising sound editor and re-recording mixer who holds an MA in Sound Design (National Film & Television School, UK). She ran the first Dolby Atmos mixing studio in Singapore and her works have competed in major film festivals and streamed on HBO and Netflix. In 2014, she won the Verna Fields Award in Sound Editing at the Motion Picture Sound Editors Golden Reel Awards, and received the Young Artist Award by the National Arts Council (Singapore) in 2018. She is a founding member of the Singapore Association of Motion Picture Professionals.

Visit the Festival Lounge for an opportunity to network with film commissioners from Asia, and meet other professionals attending Industry Days. Over refreshments, engage in conversations to learn about what they do, the resources they provide, as well as their interests in the region’s film landscape.

Table Hosts

Bobby Romia
(Table Host)

Australia
Head of Development
Screen Australia

Bobby Romia is the Head of Development at Screen Australia, with over 16 years of experience as a producer, writer, and broadcaster. Previously, he served as Acting Senior Investment Manager at Screen NSW, managing projects and talent escalation initiatives, and as commissioning supervisor and producer at SBS Australia and NITV. He has also worked with Screentime Australia, Hopscotch Films, eOne Entertainment, and Screentime New Zealand.

Chris Tan
(Table Host)

Singapore
Director, Media Industry Development
InfoComm Media Development Authority (IMDA)

Chris Tan is the Director of Media Industry Development and Singapore Film Commission at Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), with over 20 years of experience spanning business development, content strategy & acquisition and talent development across both public and private sectors. Chris was formerly with beIN Sports Asia Pacific as Director of Content and Starhub, and is currently also an academic at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts.

Claude Brenez
(Table Host)

France
Project Manager
Institut Français

Claude Brenez has been working in the cinema department of l’Institut français since 2013, first in charge of acquisitions and then programming and monitoring the distribution of French films in the French cultural network abroad. Previously she held positions in the technical industries and film exhibition. She joined l’Aide aux cinémas du monde in April 2022, coordinating the post production commission.

Jose Javier Reyes
(Table Host)

Philippines
Chairman & CEO
Film Development Council of the Philippines

Jose Javier Reyes is the Chairman and CEO of the Film Development Council of the Philippines. He is currently part of the Education Committee of the Metro Manila Film Festival. Reyes’ previous roles include Chairman of the Competition and Monitoring Committee of the Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival and Creative Consultant for Regal Entertainment. In 2020, he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Writers Union of the Philippines.

Su Shu Kuan
(Table Host)

Taiwan
Deputy Director, Taiwan Creative Content Agency

Su Shu Kuan is the Deputy Director of the International Business Department at Taiwan Creative Contents Agency, promoting Taiwanese contents and talents to international markets. She has a Ph.D. in Cultural Study and Sociology at the Institute of Social Research and Cultural Studies at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University. She has extensive industry experience in the organisation of film events, talent workshops and festivals.

Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret to share that Santosh Sivan will no longer be able to travel to Singapore for the 35th edition of the festival

As a result, he will step down from his jury duties as part of the Asian Feature Film Competition. The SGIFF Industry Days panel, ‘Visionary Encounters: Santosh Sivan’, originally scheduled for 3 Dec, will be cancelled.

We appreciate your understanding. We wish Santosh Sivan all the best, and look forward to welcoming him to the festival in future.

The first Asian recipient of the prestigious Pierre Angénieux Tribute Award at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, Santosh Sivan will share his extensive, multi-decade journey through Bollywood and Indian cinema in this insightful artist talk. Discover his artistry and expertise in collaborating with various directors, working across genres and languages to bring captivating visual narratives to life. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of his craft behind the lens.

Speaker

Santosh Sivan
(Speaker)

India
Cinematographer & Director

Santosh Sivan is an Indian cinematographer, film director, producer, and actor. He is a founding member of the Indian Society of Cinematographers and recently became the first cinematographer from the Asia-Pacific region to gain membership in the American Society of Cinematographers. In 2024, he became the first Asian recipient of the prestigious Pierre Angénieux Tribute Award at the Cannes Film Festival. With a career spanning three decades, Santosh has established himself as the most awarded Director of Photography in India.

Lincoln Yeo
Moderator

Singapore
Cinematographer

Lincoln Yeo is a Singaporean cinematographer of award-winning narratives, documentaries, and commercials. His films have been screened at numerous international film festivals, in particular his latest feature project, Dreaming & Dying (dir. Nelson Yeo), which won the Pardo d’oro for Best Feature Film and the Swatch First Feature Award at Locarno Film Festival 2023. He is an alumni of Berlinale Talents (2024) and the Asian Film Academy (2019), where he won the ARRI Scholarship Award.

Join us for drinks and light bites in this casual networking session co-hosted with ICEX Spain Trade and Investments and their Audiovisual/Animation from Spain umbrella programmes. Organised in collaboration with the Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) and the European training programme TIES THAT BIND, the session offers a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry professionals from Asia and Europe.

What drives the decisions of international buyers and commissioners in today’s dynamic film market? Join us for an enlightening panel discussion featuring key market players as they share their insights into the acquisition process and the factors influencing their choices. Our panellists will provide invaluable perspectives on what they seek in projects, how they evaluate potential partnerships, and the evolving landscape of international co-productions.

Speakers

Bobby Romia
(Speaker)

Australia
Head of Development
Screen Australia

Bobby Romia is the Head of Development at Screen Australia, with over 16 years of experience as a producer, writer, and broadcaster. Previously, he served as Acting Senior Investment Manager at Screen NSW, managing projects and talent escalation initiatives, and as commissioning supervisor and producer at SBS Australia and NITV. He has also worked with Screentime Australia, Hopscotch Films, eOne Entertainment, and Screentime New Zealand.

Claude Brenez
(Speaker)

France
Project Manager
Institut Français

Claude Brenez has been working in the cinema department of l’Institut français since 2013, first in charge of acquisitions and then programming and monitoring the distribution of French films in the French cultural network abroad. Previously she held positions in the technical industries and film exhibition. She joined l’Aide aux cinémas du monde in April 2022, coordinating the post production commission.

Damiano Malchiodi
(Speaker)

France
Director of Channels & Contents
Canal+ Myanmar Production Ltd

Damiano Malchiodi is the Channels & Content Director for Canal+ Myanmar, overviewing Asian Scale content creative projects for the Canal+ Group. He started in production in 1995 at TF1 and LODGE Productions, and joined the CANAL+ Group in 1999. Previously, he took part in the creation and launch of PLANETE+ JUSTICE, was Head of Program at CUISINE+, and served as Managing Director of the Canal+ International division.

Dan Truong
(Speaker)

USA/Vietnam
Producer

Dan Truong is an independent producer focused on bringing Southeast Asian stories to global audiences. Previously, Dan led US Movie Licensing at Amazon Prime Video and was head of independent film acquisitions at Prime Video Direct. He also served as Head of Strategy, Film & TV at The Orchard, where he acquired Oscar-nominated films Cartel Land (2015) and Life, Animated (2016).

Wonsun Shin
(Moderator)

South Korea
Consultant
Hanmac Culture Group, Mediasmiths

Wonsun Shin is a versatile freelance consultant specializing in co-production projects, festival strategies, and remake rights acquisitions. As CJ’s Director of Film Festival Strategies, she built lasting industry connections, later expanding her network through international festivals and co-production markets. She has served on selection juries for BIFAN’s NAFF, NFDC Film Bazaar, Cannes Investors Circle at the Marché du Film, and the Hubert Bals Fund.

What does it take to create compelling stories from Asia that resonate with global audiences, transcending cultural norms and languages? In this panel discussion, the speakers will explore the intricate relationships and complex considerations involved in developing projects–from the writers’ room to production and worldwide distribution. Come hear their successes and challenges in championing Asian content on the global stage, and gain insights into the future of storytelling.

Panelists

Derek Tsang
(Speaker)

Hong Kong
Director

Derek Tsang is a director, whose film Better Days (2019), was nominated for Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Award, awarded the Golden Mulberry Audience Award and the Black Dragon Award at the 22nd Far East Film Festival, and the Audience Award at the 15th Osaka Asian Film Festival. Recently, he directed and co-executive produced the netflix series, 3 Body Problem (2024).

Justin Kim
(Speaker)

South Korea
Head of International Film Production
CJ ENM

Justin Kim is currently the Head of International Film Production at CJ ENM and CEO at CJ HK Entertainment. He joined CJ ENM in 2010 and was responsible for the international sales of highly acclaimed films such as Snowpiercer (2013) and The Handmaiden (2016). Since 2017, he has produced over 20 films with various creators in Asian regions especially in Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand and Turkey.

Lai Junjie
(Speaker)

Singapore
Manager, Content and Production
Infinite Studios

Lai Junjie is a Singaporean producer, currently the Manager of Content and Production at Infinite Studios. He joined mm2 Entertainment in 2012 and later served as development executive with HBO Asia from 2019 to 2024, working on a slate of original productions. Junjie has also marketed and distributed over 30 regional feature films in Singapore, including Satan’s Slaves (2017), Eerie (2018) and A Land Imagined (2018).

Yosep Anggi Noen
(Moderator)

Indonesia
Director & Producer

Yosep Anggi Noen is an Indonesian producer, screenwriter and filmmaker. His short film A Laddy Caddy Who Never Saw A Hole in One (2013) was awarded at the Busan and Tokyo’s Short Shorts Film Festivals. His films Peculiar Vacation and Other Illnesses (2012), Solo, Solitude (2016) and The Science of Fictions (2019) premiered at Locarno, the latter selected as a Special Mention in the International Competition section. His latest films include 24 Hours with Gaspar (2023), which premiered in Busan and Redemption of Sin (2024).

In the evolving landscape of film production, the role of the intimacy coordinator is vital for safeguarding the well-being of the production team. Join accredited intimacy coordinator Rayann Condy as she leads a deep dive into the practices that promote physical, emotional, and mental safety on set. Learn how to cultivate a culture of care on set and the value of intimacy coordination in the film industry today.

Speakers

Benjamin Kheng
(Speaker)

Singapore
Actor

Benjamin Kheng is multi-disciplinary artist, former MTV EMA nominee, and winner of a Youth Music Award. Most recently, he penned and performed the 2024 National Day Song, Not Alone. His acting credits include Wonderboy (2017), The Breakup List (2016), The Last Bout (2023). He is also the writer and creator of sketch comedy series The Benzi Project and The Ann Ben Show.

Choānn
(Speaker)

Singapore/USA
Filmmaker

Choānn is a Singaporean filmmaker based in LA. He has shot international artists such as Billie Eilish, Mark Tuan, pH-1, MILLI and PP Krit. His work includes music videos and short films, often employing Magical Realism to explore themes of humanity, culture and identity.

Tysha Khan
(Speaker)

Singapore
Actor

Tysha Khan is an actor known for her versatility, whose practice centres around extracting truth, and finding simple ways to present it in order to facilitate understanding. She is the first Malay-Muslim woman to graduate at the Intercultural Theatre Institute and can be spotted on Suria, meWATCH, and Spotify.

Rayann Condy
(Speaker & Moderator)

Singapore
Intimacy Coordinator

Rayann Condy is a certified intimacy coordinator, passionate about supporting storytellers to create diverse, bold and real depictions of intimacy on stage and screen. Having trained in the USA, she is keen to adapt the process to the local and cultural nuances of working in Southeast Asia. Through her work she hopes to help foster accountable, consent-informed spaces that allow storytelling to flourish.

Visit the Festival Lounge for an opportunity to network with select film financiers from Asia, and meet other professionals attending SGIFF Industry Days. Over refreshments, engage in conversations to learn about what they do, their interests and priorities, as well as their relationship with the region’s film landscape.

Table Hosts

Damiano Malchiodi
(Table Host)

France
Director of Channels & Contents
Canal+ Myanmar Production Ltd

Damiano Malchiodi is the Channels & Content Director for Canal+ Myanmar, overviewing Asian Scale content creative projects for the Canal+ Group. He started in production in 1995 at TF1 and LODGE Productions, and joined the CANAL+ Group in 1999. Previously, he took part in the creation and launch of PLANETE+ JUSTICE, was Head of Program at CUISINE+, and served as Managing Director of the Canal+ International division.

Dan Truong
(Table Host)

USA/Vietnam
Producer

Dan Truong is an independent producer focused on bringing Southeast Asian stories to global audiences. Previously, Dan led US Movie Licensing at Amazon Prime Video and was head of independent film acquisitions at Prime Video Direct. He also served as Head of Strategy, Film & TV at The Orchard, where he acquired Oscar-nominated films Cartel Land (2015) and Life, Animated (2016).

Justin Kim
(Table Host)

South Korea
Head of International Film Production
CJ ENM

Justin Kim is currently the Head of International Film Production at CJ ENM and CEO at CJ HK Entertainment. He joined CJ ENM in 2010 and was responsible for the international sales of highly acclaimed films such as Snowpiercer (2013) and The Handmaiden (2016). Since 2017, he has produced over 20 films with various creators in Asian regions especially in Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand and Turkey.

As the film industry acknowledges its environmental impact, the push for sustainable production practices has never been more urgent. From reducing waste and carbon footprints to utilizing sustainable materials and energy sources, our green production expert will explore actionable strategies that can be adopted at every stage of filmmaking. Learn about innovative tools, case studies of successful eco-friendly projects, and how feasible solutions can drive meaningful change.

Speakers

Ludovica Chiarini
(Speaker – Online)

Italy
CEO, EcoMuvi

Ludovica Chiarini is the CEO of EcoMuvi, an accredited protocol for the sustainable development of audiovisual productions, working on sustainable production practices across Europe. Ludovica has worked on over 80 audiovisual projects in the last three years, focusing on implementing solutions tailored to each production’s needs, working closely with production teams, and fostering partnerships with suppliers to ensure access to cutting-edge technology.

Jeremy Chua
(Moderator)

Singapore
General Manager, SGIFF

Jeremy Chua is the General Manager of SGIFF since January 2024. Since 2014, he founded Singapore-based independent film label Potocol to produce the works of distinctive Asian auteurs. His recent producer credits include 2024 Berlinale Encounters Jury Prize winner Some Rain Must Fall, 2023 Cannes Camera d’Or winner Inside the Yellow Cocoon Shell, 2023 Berlinale Generations Competition film Tomorrow is a long time, 2023 San Sebastian New Directors Competition film Last Shadow at First Light and 2022 Venice Orizzonti FIPRESCI winner Autobiography.

Come for an evening of food, drinks and dialogue with industry professionals at a festival party co-hosted with Nanyang Technological University’s School of Art, Design and Media. The session will spotlight feature films by feted alumni from NTU ADM and NTU WKWSCI including Don’t Cry, Butterfly by Linh Duong and Mongrel by Chiang Wei Liang, as well as Choānn for his short film Scent of the Gods.

Open to all Industry Pass holders. Catch the one-way shuttle bus departing 6.30pm from ibis Singapore on Bencoolen Hotel to Cineleisure.

Explore how filmmakers reconfigure genre expectations and experiment with non-traditional forms such as docu-fiction and essay films, while crafting distinctive cinematic identities. Join our panellists as they discuss how they move their work into new spaces, discover alternative avenues for distribution and present their films outside conventional cinematic settings.

Speakers

Daniel Hui
(Speaker)

Singapore
Filmmaker

Daniel Hui is a filmmaker, writer, editor, and graduate of the California Institute of the Arts’ film programme. He directed the features Eclipses (2011), Snakeskin (2014), which won the Award of Excellence at Yamagata IDFF, and Demons (2018), which premiered in competition at Busan. Hui is a founding member of the 13 Little Pictures film collective.

Truong Minh Quý
(Speaker)

Vietnam
Filmmaker

Truong Minh Quý is a filmmaker from Vietnam. His films have been selected for international film festivals including Cannes, Locarno, Berlinale, and others. He is an alumnus of the Asian Film Academy and Berlinale Talents. Truong’s latest film Viet and Nam (2024) premiered Un Certain Regard and was nominated for the Queer Palm at the Cannes Film Festival.

Cintia Gil
(Moderator)

Portugal
Film Programmer
Cannes Directors Fortnight / UnionDocs / Magenta – Uma Pedra No Sapato

Cíntia Gil is a film programmer who formerly served as director of Doclisboa and Sheffield DocFest. Cintia co-created the cinema club Artistic Differences at UnionDocs, and has joined the programming team of the Cannes Directors’ Fortnight. She is a member of the Board of Apordoc – Portuguese Documentary Association and has served on juries in festivals such as Berlinale, Cairo, and Mar del Plata, among others.

Hear from sales, distributors and marketing innovators as they explore new strategies and trends reshaping how films reach film distributors and audiences theatrically or otherwise. From leveraging film markets, social media and data analytics to competing with the rise of streaming services, our experts will evaluate opportunities and threats, while offering valuable insights into creative sales/marketing campaigns, audience engagement techniques, and the future of theatrical distribution in a digital saturated world.

Speakers

Jason Ishikawa
(Speaker)

USA
Senior Executive and Co-Head of Sales, Cinetic Media

Jason Ishikawa is a Senior Executive and Co-Head of Sales at Cinetic Media where he oversees worldwide distribution strategies. Since joining in 2015, he has worked across Cinetic’s financing, corporate and project consultation, and domestic sales arm for feature narrative and documentary films. Recent films Jason has been involved with include: Hit Man (2023), Late Night with the Devil (2023), and Summer of Soul (2021).

Nelson Mok
(Speaker)

Singapore
CEO, Mokster Films

Nelson Mok is the CEO and co-founder of Mokster Films, which saw recent success with How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (2024). He has over 25 years of experience in the film industry, specialising in international business and project management. Nelson was Director of International Business at mm2 Entertainment, and at WWE Independent, he managed key projects such as The Bridge Curse (2020) and Furies (2022).

Patrick Sibourd
(Speaker)

France
Founder & CEO, Nour Films

Patrick Sibourd is the founder of distribution company Nour Films, whose distributions have included Charlie’s Country (2013), Fantasia (2014), screened Un Certain Regard at the Cannes Film Festival, and The Here After (2015), selected for the Cannes Directors’ Fortnight. Nour Films latest distributions include Berlinale winning Seven Winters in Tehran (2023), A Family (2023), and Butterfly Vision (2022), an Un Certain Regard official section.

Charlyn Ng
(Moderator)

Singapore
Executive Producer / Producer

Charlyn Ng has produced commercials, feature films and scripted series across Asia. Charlyn executive produced and produced My Mini-me and Me (2021) and Forbidden (2021) for HBO Max, selected for Busan’s On screen section, and produced season 2 of HBO’s The Teenage Psychic (2017). She also produced Operation Undead (2024) and Be Your Knight (2024), and is developing Hellcast to be released in 2025.

Discover new possibilities of incorporating the Full Frame 3:2 format and approaches into independent filmmaking. The production team behind Uranus 2324, the first Thai science fiction film, will share their insights on the workflow, challenges and creative possibilities that the format presents; as well as how the Sony camera can be used in shaping future cinematic experiences.

Speakers

Boss Keetawat Chinnakot
(Speaker)

Thailand
Founder, CEO & Executive Producer
VelCurve Studio

Boss Keetawat Chinnakot is the founder of VelCurve Co., Ltd, a production house & post-production service company. He began his career as a film composer and has since worked as a producer for commercials, as well as the series Finding the Rainbow (2022) and School Tales the Series (2022), the latter for Netflix. His latest project is Uranus2324 (2024), where he serves as executive producer and producer.

Thomas Chanon Wangtairat
(Speaker)

Thailand
Co-Founder, Senior Colourist & Head of Post-Production
VelCurve Studio

Thomas Chanon Wangtrirat is the co-founder and Head of Post Production at VelCurve Studio. His expertise in lighting technology and colour science brings a unique blend of technical precision and artistic sensibility to his colour grading work. Thomas has worked on a diverse portfolio, including commercials, various GMMTV series, Viu’s Finding the Rainbow (2022), and VelCurve Studio’s Uranus2324 (2024).

Jeremy Chua
(Moderator)

Singapore
General Manager, SGIFF

Jeremy Chua is the General Manager of SGIFF since January 2024. Since 2014, he founded Singapore-based independent film label Potocol to produce the works of distinctive Asian auteurs. His recent producer credits include 2024 Berlinale Encounters Jury Prize winner Some Rain Must Fall, 2023 Cannes Camera d’Or winner Inside the Yellow Cocoon Shell, 2023 Berlinale Generations Competition film Tomorrow is a long time, 2023 San Sebastian New Directors Competition film Last Shadow at First Light and 2022 Venice Orizzonti FIPRESCI winner Autobiography.

Visit the Festival Lounge to network with representatives from film festivals and markets, and meet other professionals attending Industry Days. Over refreshments, engage in conversations to learn about what they do and their curiosities and relationship with the region’s film landscape.

Table Hosts

Anderson Le
(Table Host)

USA
Artistic Director
Hawai’i International Film Festival

Anderson Le is the Artistic Director of the Hawai’i International Film Festival and programmer for the Far East Festival and the Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival. Le has consulted for the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, Singapore International Film Festival and Reel Asian. In 2020, he co-founded EAST, a transpacific production company. Their project MAIKA (2022) was an official selection of Sundance.

Cintia Gil
(Table Host)

Portugal
Film Programmer
Cannes Directors Fortnight / UnionDocs / Magenta – Uma Pedra No Sapato

Cíntia Gil is a film programmer who formerly served as director of Doclisboa and Sheffield DocFest. Cintia co-created the cinema club Artistic Differences at UnionDocs, and has joined the programming team of the Cannes Directors’ Fortnight. She is a member of the Board of Apordoc – Portuguese Documentary Association and has served on juries in festivals such as Berlinale, Cairo, and Mar del Plata, among others.

Ellen Y.D. Kim
(Table Host)

South Korea
Director
Asian Contents & Film Market

Ellen Y.D. Kim is the director of Asian Contents & Film Market, formerly Programmer and Programme Director for the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival. She founded Flying Tiger Pictures, producing films such as Cry Woman (2002) which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard. At Bom Film Production, Ellen co-produced Night and Day (2008) and Come Rain, Come Shine (2011).

Park Kwang-su
(Table Host)

South Korea
Chairman
Busan International Film Festival

Park Kwang-su is the deputy director and co-founder of the Busan International Film Festival. Park initiated the Asian Project Market in 1998 and the Asian Contents & Film Market in 2006, and served as the founding director of the Busan Film Commission. Park led the Korean New Wave in cinema through films such as Chil-Su and Man-Su (1988), Black Republic (1990), and A Single Spark (1995).

Sabrina Baracetti
(Table Host)

Italy
Festival President
Udine Far East Film Festival

Sabrina Baracetti is a founding member and President of Udine Far East Film Festival, President of cultural organisation C.E.C., an arthouse exhibition company, Acquisitions Consultant for the distribution company Tucker Film, Co-Founder and Consultant for Ties That Bind and member of the Board of Directors at Friuli Cinematheque. She has been a member of several Festival juries, and a nomination advisor for the Asian Film Awards.

Sung Moon (Table Host)

South Korea
Film Programmer
Jeonju International Film Festival

Sung Moon is a programmer for the Jeonju International Film Festival, and has been involved in festivals and industry forums including Busan, Jeonju Project Market and Docs Port Incheon. She is a representative for Latin America at the Korean Film Council and established the Buenos Aires Korean Film Festival. She has also edited books such as What Will Be Of Cinema? (2021) and Tsai Ming-Liang – Walker Series (2004). 

Meet, mingle and grab a bite with other professionals at a festival party co-hosted with the Film Development Council of the Philippines. Only open to 3-Day Industry Pass holders. Look out for venue details closer to the date.