Singapore International Film Festival 2018
Kingdom
Language
English - subtitles to be advised
Synopsis
The quiet, atmospheric terrain of the forest is undisturbed until a man comes along. Seemingly lost, he enters the unknown space, observing and exploring the area, before he starts to falls apart. Beneath the deceptively simple actions of the character lies a layered approach to his psyche, which hinges on isolation and a sense of belonging.
Kingdom infuses elements of fantasy, identity and personal struggle, continuing filmmaker Tan Wei Keong’s exploration of themes he investigated in such animated works as Between Us Two. The imaginative world of Tan’s animation transcends the physical boundaries of reality, bringing to life a magical realism that stays true to his personal storytelling.