Sense of Home
Six short films based on the lived experiences of those who have made a home away from home. We capture the journeys and reflections of overseas Singaporeans who ventured abroad in pursuit of their dreams.
Short Film
Singapore Global Network
2022
EP1: A Delectable Connection
After migrating to Zurich, Donny Lee founded Pandan Treasures as his way of staying rooted in Singapore. His beloved Pandan Kaya pastries bring fellow Singaporeans together and introduce Singapore's culture to his Swiss community.
EP2: A Family Adventure
Rudi and his family have built a life in Oman, one adventure at a time. From sledding down sand dunes to watching turtles lay their eggs at night, he and his wife Idayu reflect on their journey of migration, and the quiet challenges of raising a family far from home.
EP3: A New Home
Jenny Chung, the daughter of a Korean diplomat, grew up relocating constantly and never feeling a sense of belonging. After marrying her Korean husband and moving to Singapore, she now recounts how the country has undeniably become home.
EP4: Love Across Borders
After enduring years of long-distance with her husband due to work, and then being kept apart for seven months from the pandemic, Eve recalls the moments that sustained her through a collection of handwritten postcards.
EP5: Off The Beaten Path
Zhi Yong grew up dreaming of exploring the world and chose a path less travelled to Africa. As he prepares to return to Singapore, he recalls his adventures across the continent's cities and villages.
EP6: Melody For The Soul
Driven by his passion for music, Shabir grew from a frustrated, angry child into the man he is today. Taking a leap of faith to move to Chennai, he dug deep to overcome obstacles and homesickness in pursuit of his dreams.
Credits
Written and Directed by: Jerrold Chong
Co-director (Live-action): Victor Gan
Producer: Catherine Therese Zhang
Director of Photography: Tom Seah
Animators: Roxann Gan, Lim Jia Ying, Jessica Goh, Mok Yuin Peng, Rebecca Chng, Vann Law, Renee Chua
Editors: Jerrold Chong, Victor Gan
Graphics: Eunice Yip
Colourist: Chin Wen Khien
Sound Design and Mix: Cheng Lijie
Music Composers: Jevon Chandra, Ernie Goh