{"id":18762,"date":"2018-08-21T18:30:22","date_gmt":"2018-08-21T10:30:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/?p=18762"},"modified":"2018-08-21T18:30:22","modified_gmt":"2018-08-21T10:30:22","slug":"movies-filmed-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/movies-filmed-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Movies Filmed In Singapore You Should Definitely Watch"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We all know <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Hitman: Agent 47<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Independence Day: Resurgence and Equals<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> prominently featured Singapore but they\u2019re largely frowned upon by critics for being drab or overly draggy. So why waste your time on movies that aren\u2019t enjoyable? To instill some pride and confidence back into the Singaporean film industry, here are seven movies filmed in Singapore that we as Singaporeans should feel insanely proud of! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Best Movies Filmed In Singapore<\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1. Crazy Rich Asians<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Labelled as the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Black Panther <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">for Asians, <\/span><b><i>Crazy Rich Asians<\/i><\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">is the latest movie filmed in Singapore to flood social media feeds and spark rampant discussion. Presenting the classic Cinderella tale with a twist, Rachel attempts to be part of her boyfriend, Nick\u2019s insanely wealthy family, much to the dismay of Nick\u2019s mother who is unimpressed by her average upbringing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"CRAZY RICH ASIANS - Official Trailer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZQ-YX-5bAs0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The first movie to feature an all Asian cast since 1993, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Crazy Rich Asians<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> represents more than just political correctness in Hollywood. Rather, it subverts conventional rom-com formulas to deliver a movie that dazzles viewers with beautiful locations and extravagant displays of wealth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2. I Not Stupid Series (\u5c0f\u5b69\u4e0d\u7b28)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As one of the more popular movies filmed in Singapore, <em><strong>I Not Stupid<\/strong><\/em> kicked up a storm back in 2002. Its social commentary on Singapore\u2019s education system brought about much discussion. <span class=\"veryhardreadability\"> Featuring three kids from distinct socioeconomic backgrounds, the movie highlights the struggles and discrimination they faced in the EM3 academic stream<\/span>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u5c0f\u5b69\u4e0d\u7b28\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HyvIMDQiYCs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"veryhardreadability\">Loop in controversial topics like xenophobia and blind obedience to authority, and you have a powerful film that uses humour to place the spotlight on these poignant issues<\/span>. The debate even caused educational reforms so kids wouldn\u2019t be <span class=\"adverb\">academically<\/span> pressured.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3. Ah Boys To Men Series<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><em><strong> Ah Boys To Men<\/strong><\/em> (ABTM) is a rarity for movies filmed in Singapore! <span class=\"veryhardreadability\">It accomplishes what hundreds of National Education lessons failed to do: Singaporeans young and old bonding over their National Service (NS) experience<\/span>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Official Trailer - Ah Boys to Men\u300a\u65b0\u5175\u6b63\u4f20\u300b- Opening 8 Nov 2012\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8AtFZIENdOo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"veryhardreadability\"><em>ABTM<\/em>\u2019s explosive popularity comes from how relatable it is to every Singaporean male. Especially since the film portrays how the main character, Ken Chow, and fellow recruits feel when they go through Singapore&#8217;s Basic Military Training<\/span>. The <em>ABTM<\/em> series hits home with its local-centric humour and Jack Neo melodrama that we\u2019ve grown to love.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4. Tatsumi<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A film so well-received it represented Singapore at the Academy Awards, <\/span><b><i>Tatsumi<\/i><\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">is the one of the best animated documentary movies filmed in Singapore. It showcases the life of manga artist, Yoshihiro Tatsumi and the adult version of Japanese manga, Gekiga.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"TATSUMI Trailer | New Release 2013\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TpWPXQw3NEc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span class=\"veryhardreadability\">Adapted from Tatsumi\u2019s autobiography <em>A Drifting Life<\/em>, this film is not for kids and portrays macabre content ranging from sex to death by radiation<\/span>. <span class=\"adverb\">Ultimately<\/span><span class=\"veryhardreadability\">, Tatsumi gives us insights into one of Japan\u2019s most revered artists. The five gekiga are <\/span><span class=\"adverb\">beautifully<\/span><span class=\"veryhardreadability\"> realised in a stark black and white art style and is worth a view for manga fans and newcomers<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5. Ilo Ilo<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b><i>Ilo Ilo<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u2019s<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> greatest strength is its overall attention to detail! The film revolves around the hiring of Filipino maid, Teresa (Terry), to watch over troublemaker, Jiale, as both Heck and Leng attempt to make ends meet during 1998\u2019s Asian Financial Crisis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ILOILO Official Trailer (Philippines)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mGw-0SbDc2Q?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Everything from picking up Terry at the airport to the dysfunctional family member interactions is incredibly well-portrayed. You can even empathise with their decisions, even if they might not be the wisest. As a movie filmed in Singapore, get ready for a wave of 90s nostalgia that&#8217;ll likely strike a few chords.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">6. Apprentice<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Movies filmed in Singapore exploring taboo topics don\u2019t get much limelight. One prominent film to check out though is\u00a0<\/span><b><i>Apprentice<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a movie that<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">portrays how executioners deal with the trauma of hanging inmates on death row. As Aiman accepts his role as apprentice to Rahman, the chief executioner, he struggles to deal with this new life-taking responsibilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"APPRENTICE (2016) - Official Trailer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AxY3zZCqeTw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tensions flare when the true motivations of Aiman are revealed to Rahman. The film succeeds in humanising the victims and prison staff through effective camera work and gripping character study. Ultimately, it depicts how it\u2019s never an easy job to take a human life &#8211; no matter how grizzled you are.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">7. That Girl In Pinafore (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u6211\u7684\u670b\u53cb\uff0c\u6211\u7684\u540c\u5b66\uff0c\u6211\u7231\u8fc7\u7684\u4e00\u5207)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Better known by its Mandarin title, <\/span><b><i>That Girl In Pinafore<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is set in the 1990s and proudly features the Xinyao (\u65b0\u8c23) movement! As Jia Ming and friends attempt to reignite the dying embers of Xinyao and save the Meng Chuan cafe from closing, they struggle between listening to their head or following their heart.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u300a\u6211\u7684\u670b\u53cb\uff0c\u6211\u7684\u540c\u5b66\uff0c\u6211\u7231\u8fc7\u7684\u4e00\u5207\u300bThat Girl in Pinafore 720p Official Trailer Opens 1st August 2013 Singapore\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Z1XBIQjTLOw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Piggybacking off the success of 2011\u2019s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You Are the Apple of My Eye<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> (\u90a3\u4e9b\u5e74\uff0c\u6211\u5011\u4e00\u8d77\u8ffd\u7684\u5973\u5b69), the coming-of-age movie filmed in Singapore has similar feel-good nostalgia vibes. It also weaves the charming Xinyao songs nicely into the film\u2019s overarching storyline.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Movies filmed in Singapore not really your thing? Why not check out other leisurely activities like a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/best-couple-games-date-night\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">co-op gaming date night<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> with your significant other! If you need something more outdoorsy, read our guide on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">fun <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/things-to-do-in-singapore-at-night\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">things to do at night<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in Singapore!<\/span>    \t<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We all know Hitman: Agent 47 and Independence Day: Resurgence and Equals prominently featured Singapore but they\u2019re largely frowned upon by critics for being drab or overly draggy. So why waste your time on movies that aren\u2019t enjoyable? 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