On the grounds of a medieval German university town looms an imposing Ginkgo biloba, a tree whose longevity stands in marked contrast to three intimate, human-scaled stories. In 1908, the university’s first female student gains admission into the prestigious botany department, confronting the sexism of both professors and peers. In 1972, amidst counterculture movements, a reserved student finds his attention captured by a fellow housemate and the geranium plant she studies. In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, a neuroscientist from Hong Kong secures the help of a renowned botanist for an experiment on the old ginkgo tree.
In German, Cantonese and English with English subitles.
Rated M18 for Some Nudity and Drug Use.
Teochew grandma Ye Shurou had always lived a peaceful, quiet life, enjoying her twilight years. Burdened by heavy debts, her grandson Xiaowei left for Thailand without telling the family, searching for his rumored billionaire grandfather, Zheng Musheng. However, Xiaowei ultimately returned with a shocking revelation that rocked the entire family: his grandfather had passed away long ago, and the person who had been exchanging romantic letters with Grandma all these years was actually a complete stranger. As Xiaowei dug deeper, a hidden, half-century-old love story suddenly came to light, striking deep into Grandma's heart.
In Teochew with English and Chinese subtitles.
Corresponding Rated PG13 for Some Coarse Language. This is an edited version of the film, “Dear You”, where the use of strong coarse language in both the dialogue and subtitles has been removed by the distributor.
Teochew Cultural Movie Showcase: DEAR YOU
The film title rings a bell? You're probably thinking of that 2015 anthem with the iconic music video that became a touchstone for a generation of queer women. Ten years on, Hayley Kiyoko, affectionately dubbed the "Lesbian Jesus" by fans, brings her beloved song to the big screen in her feature directorial debut!
Set over one unforgettable, sun-soaked summer, Girls Like Girls follows Coley, the new girl in town, as she experiences the exhilaration, uncertainty, and vulnerability of first love while learning to embrace who she truly is. Starring Maya da Costa, Myra Molloy, and Zach Braff, the film is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about self-discovery, friendship, and the courage to choose yourself.
To celebrate the film's Singapore exclusive release at Filmhouse, we're so excited to present a virtual Q&A with Hayley Kiyoko herself after the Fri 7 Aug, 8.30pm premiere, moderated by local artist and beloved queer icon Jean Seizure. Join us for an intimate conversation about bringing an internet-era cultural phenomenon to the screen, queer storytelling, and Kiyoko's journey from musician to filmmaker.
In English
Rated R21 for Homosexual Content.
