Run!
A father begins long-distance running to honour his late mother, but discovers a deeper reason to continue the journey.
Credits:
Director: Goh Kai En
Producer: Felicia Zhuang
Assistant Director: Nadia Jopri
Director of Photography: Muhammad Yusri Bin Muhammad Yusof
Editor: Chrissa Goh Kai Shi
Sound Recordist: Jeremiah Paul Tan Li
Inspiration:
“Making Run! has been a very intimate and personal journey for me. It has made me think about my relationship with my father, with my family, even with my grandmother.”
– Kai En, director
Behind The Counter
A tribute to canteen vendors, told through the personal story of the filmmaker’s mother.
Credits:
Director: Nur Syakirah Binte Norizal
Producer: Yong Yong Ning Vera
Inspiration:
“My mum and I, we’re very close. She’s practically my best friend. Making this film is like a dream to me because I can actually express my feelings to her.”’
– Syakirah, director
Birthmarks
To connect with his elderly parents, a filmmaker explores how confronting family conflict, instead of ignoring it, can lead to generational healing.
Credits:
Director: Jordon Gan, Katriel Sim
Producer: Zoya Kazi, Katriel Sim
Assistant Director: Zoya Kazi
Editors: Muhammad Syakir Sulaiman, Jordan Gan
Sound Engineer: Muhammad Syakir Sulaiman
Director of Photography: Olivia Wong En Xi
Inspiration:
“Stories have to come from the heart. The topic of family was always something I wanted to explore.
We went down this path of what stories we can tell from our family that we want to remember.”
– Jordon, director
Growing Pains
A young woman’s journey into adulthood is shaped by the guidance of her mentors, revealing what it takes to nurture hope and courage.
Credits:
Director: Jasmine Teh
Producer: Jasmine Teh
Inspiration:
“A part of me sees her (Calesta) like my younger self. She has so much bravery, so much gumption in the way that she approaches life.”
– Jasmine, director
Our Baby
A Burmese couple in Singapore navigates the long journey to recovery for their premature daughter, born with a life-threatening condition.
Credits:
Director: Amen Thu
Producer: Charlene Chua
Assistant Producer: Laverne Kosasih
Director of Photography: Isaac Woo
Editor: Belicia Lui
Sound: Isabel Sim
Inspiration:
“Their resilience and love for baby Esther makes one of the most perfect and beautiful examples of what families are meant to be.”
– Amen, director
HONOUR FILMMAKERS JOURNEY SEASON 15
When film-making becomes a life-changing experience
Unveiling a brand new slate of films! Our young emerging filmmakers and story-tellers share from the heart about the inspiration behind their Honour short film, and what honour means to them.
AUDIENCE REACTIONS
Guests at Season 15 of the Honour Film Screening tell us why the experience was so special for them.
“Great event space. Love the stories selected!”
– Stacey
“This is my first time joining, and I will share it with more people to raise awareness about the importance of caring in Singapore.”
– Anonymous
“Wonderful event. Keep up the good work!”
– Steve
“Very inspiring films and well-organised event.”
– Winson
“Birthmarks is my favourite – a very eye-opening film that shows a dysfunctional family trying to live together and make things work.”
– Jovan
