32nd Singapore International Film Festival Celebrates the Enduring Joy of Cinema with New Perspectives

SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: We’re pleased to share that the  (SGIFF) returns for its 32nd edition this year. Happening from 25 November to 5 December 2021 in theatres-only, SGIFF will be presenting a strong array of over 100 films by film makers from 40 countries that informs, transforms and inspires.

A champion of Southeast Asian independent cinema, this year鈥檚 Festival will present a diverse, inclusive range of over 100 films by filmmakers from all over the world. These carefully selected films speak of memories, emotions, inspired conversations and discussions 鈥 that together celebrate the rejuvenation and continuity of film and storytelling in the cinematic community. 

Highlights of SGIFF 2021 includes:

  • New film sections join hallmark categories in the 2021 programme as the festival goes back to cinema-only format, curated by recently appointed Programme Director, Thong Kay Wee
  • More than 100 films will be screened across 6 cinemas in Singapore during the 11-day festival, representing works from more than 40 countries with strong representation from Southeast Asia
  • Indonesian filmmaker Edwin鈥檚 Vengeance is Mine, All Others Pay Cash is this year鈥檚 opening film
  • SGIFF presents the inaugural Outstanding Contribution to Southeast Asian Cinema Award to Southeast Asia Fiction Film Lab (SEAFIC)

Download and . Please also see attached the opening press release, under embargo until Tuesday, 26 October, 10.30am (GMT+8).

Should you be interested to interview any of SGIFF’s executive team, film directors or producers, or have any media enquiries, please feel free to reach out to us at sgiff@vimandvigourpr.com.