8 MARCH 2025 (SAT)

2PM - 6PM

Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium,

National Gallery Singapore

Admission by invitation

RSPV / Registration information included with invites

SCHEDULE

2:00 PM     Longevity Peach (2017)

2:30 PM     In Conversation with Director Ng Xin Min

3:00 PM     Miss Dakota (2015)

3:30 PM     In Conversation with Director Jason Lai

4:00 PM     Tea Break

5:00 PM     Lost Pig (2023)

5:30 PM     Panel Discussion (Moderated by Sun Koh)

Longevity Peach 寿桃

Director: Ng Xin Min

2017 | Drama | 17min | PG

LONGEVITY PEACH is about a little girl whose parents have to go overseas for work, and who is sent to stay with her grandmother for that period. The grandmother only speaks Teochew, which the little girl can neither speak not understand, so the initial generational and linguistic gaps result in friction and misunderstanding, until an accident unexpectedly brings the whole extended family closer together, and the child bonds with both her grandmother and her parents. Director Ng Xin Min was a student in Temasek Polytechnic when she made this heartwarming film.

Min began her filmmaking journey at Temasek Polytechnic, where she studied Digital Film and Television. With a deep passion for storytelling, she focuses on exploring familial and personal themes that resonate with diverse audiences. Her short film "Longevity Peach" garnered recognition at the 2018 New York Festivals, the International Creative Students Awards, and the Viddsee Juree Awards, marking her emergence as a creative voice in the industry.

Transitioning into advertising, Min has produced numerous commercial works for notable brands, including Starhub, Deliveroo and Smart Nation. Her career has taken her abroad, allowing her to refine her producing skills while collaborating with esteemed creative agencies such as Discovery and DDB.



In 2023, she produced another homegrown dialect film “银河 /yínhé/” that holds personal significance. This project received nominations for Best Short Film and Best Director at the National Youth Film Award 2023, further solidifying her reputation as a dedicated and innovative filmmaker. Min continues to push boundaries in her craft, connecting with audiences through her compelling narratives and visual storytelling.

Miss Dakota 光辉岁月

Director: Brian McDairmant & Jason Lai

2015 | Docu | 20min | G

MISS DAKOTA is a documentary tribute to Dakota Crescent, told through a visual journey in remembrance of the community and culture there, and in celebration of the warm memories that live on. Originally commissioned for SG50 and now presented ten years later for new audiences to enjoy. Whether your vibe is ‘heritage’ or ‘hip’, this beautiful work will resonate with all, young and old alike. Co-producer and Co-director Jason Lai is a well-known Singaporean content creator. The production company he co-founded, Oak3 Films, was Singapore’s first local production company to secure a European television co-production project more than 20 years ago.

An accomplished storyteller and educator, Jason currently leads the Story & Content Creation Specialisation at Singapore Polytechnic's Media, Arts & Design School. With over 25 years of industry experience, he has made notable contributions to Singapore’s film and broadcast industry. His work has been featured in major film festivals, including a world premiere at Cannes for “Here”, and on international channels like Animal Planet, Discovery, and History Channel.

His broadcast accolades include multiple Mediacorp Star Awards wins and three International Emmy nominations. One of his successful TV series, "Titoudao," adapted from a local play, was streamed on Netflix  and HBO Asia. 

Prior to becoming a full-time educator in 2023, Jason held various roles within the industry, such as President of AIPRO (Association of Independent Producers Singapore) and jury member at multiple film and video competitions across Asia, showcasing his adaptability and dedication to storytelling excellence.

Jason often says, "Stories make us human; they keep us alive by preserving our memories, dreams & aspirations." This philosophy drives his enthusiasm for storytelling and his commitment to nurturing the next generation of storytellers.

Lost Pig 奔猪

Director: Guo Weiming

2023 | Drama, Comedy | 23min | PG

A touching story of an opera troupe performer who raises a pedigree-breed of pig to fund his daughter’s overseas education.

When the pig goes missing, and the daughter runs away, the devoted father must find a way to recover both before multiple deadlines threaten his family and their livelihood. A powerful, moving drama, remarkably acted and told, within the duration of less than half an hour. A narrative masterpiece, specially selected from (and with grateful thanks to) the renowned Kwanteo Film Festival.

Sun Koh

Panel Moderator

Singaporean filmmaker Sun Koh is Teochew; a writer, director, producer, editor with extensive experience in a wide range of fictional and non-fictional content creation across multiple platforms. Sun has won many local and international awards, and is versatile in both commercial and independent production work, being a strong believer in form serving function.