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Deep Dive: Sementara (2020)

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Sementara
Sementara is set against the backdrop of Singapore's golden jubilee celebrations in 2015. Filmmakers Chew Chia Shao Min and Joant Úbeda engage in intimate conversations with a variety of individuals, each sharing their perspectives on themes such as religion, race, identity, and mortality. The film captures these dialogues in recognizable local settings, contrasting the celebratory atmosphere with deeply personal narratives. The filmmakers incorporate moments of serendipitous poetry throughout the film, adding emotional depth to the stories shared. This approach invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of life in contemporary Singapore, revealing the rich tapestry of beliefs that shape the lives of the interviewees.

Why Watch

  • •Meet diverse Singaporeans sharing personal stories
  • •See Singapore's vibrant jubilee celebrations
  • •Find out about local beliefs and identities

Did You Know

•The film was directed by Joant Úbeda.
•Sementara was released in 2020.
•The film has a duration of 103 minutes.
•It features interviews with a diverse array of individuals.

Perfect For

Cultural documentariesSingaporean historyPersonal narratives