Anthony Chen reveals new Korean-English film project at Shanghai masterclass, reflects on 'Growing Up' trilogy
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Marcus Lim
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Singaporean director Anthony Chen, speaking at a Shanghai International Film Festival masterclass with actor Yeo Yann Yann, discussed his "Growing Up" trilogy ("Ilo Ilo," "Wet Season," "We Are All Strangers") spanning 14 years. Chen revealed he has been developing a script with a Korean writer for about two years for a new Korean-English co-production project, following his previous Korean-connected work "Ajoomma." The masterclass featured reflections from Chen, Yeo Yann Yann, and actor Koh Jia Ler on their collaborative journey across the three films.
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VarietyAnthony Chen reveals new Korean-English film project at Shanghai masterclass, reflects on 'Growing Up' trilogyvariety.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledSpeaking at a Shanghai International Film Festival masterclass alongside frequent collaborator Yeo Yann Yann, Chen revealed he has been collaborating on a script with a Korean writer for about two years
The trio have formed a cinema
Chen reflected on the 14-year journey through his 'Growing Up' trilogy of films 'Ilo Ilo,' 'Wet Season,' and 'We Are All Strangers'
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