South Korea / 2021 / 91 min / Korean (with English subtitles) / PG (Some Sexual References)

Living alone is fine, but being alone is hard.

Jina is the best employee at a credit card company call centre. She avoids building close relationships, choosing instead to live and work alone. Jina maintains her solitary lifestyle well until her irritating neighbour, who would attempt to strike up conversations with her, is discovered dead a few days after his lonely death. From that moment, tons of relationships she decided to ignore suddenly start to bug her: her father hounding her over her

Filmgarde Cineplex, Leisure Park Kallang^

6th November 2022 (Sun) | 2:30 PM

Mental health issues are as varied as the individuals who have them. Most people are likely to experience some mental health issue in their lifetime or you’ll likely know someone who does struggle with mental health. It’s a prevalent part of our human experience, but not something we like to talk about that often. When we or someone we love truly needs help, how do we get it in Singapore? Why is it harder for some people to access it than others? Does it depend on socio-economic status? Does it depend on diagnosis? 

In this panel, we heard the perspectives of social workers and mental health professionals working with different demographics, namely the elderly, migrant workers as well as the LGBTQ community. What are the similarities and differences in help-seeking? How can we complement one another’s efforts when it comes to building Singapore’s mental health ecosystem? How can we fight the stigma of mental health treatment? How can we help foster a positive outlook towards help-seeking for others and for the self? Most importantly, what can Singaporeans do to help other communities make sure that everyone has access to mental health care and that the marginalised group does not feel excluded?

This panel discussion took place after the screening of Mental

Filmgarde Cineplex, Leisure Park Kallang^

6th November 2022 (Sun) | 7:00 PM

Our phones, laptops, and devices are parts of us now. It’s hard even to imagine disconnecting completely. We’re more connected than ever, but for some of us, this has brought more isolation, especially since the pandemic. If you’ve felt more alone in the past year or so – more disconnected – you’re not alone. 

In this panel discussion, we explored how we can consider isolation in light of such pervasive communication technologies. What’s the difference between being alone and being lonely? How should we take control of such technologies but not demonise them and consider how they can be employed for connection instead? The panel also touched on topics like online bullying, how parents can support children who are the victims of bullying and other harmful content online. What are some practical ways we can protect ourselves and form a healthy engagement with technology and social media in this modern age? 

This panel discussion took place after the screening of Aloners

Filmgarde Cineplex, Leisure Park Kallang^

5th November 2022 (Sat) | 2:30 PM

We spend half of our waking hours at work, and with the upheaval of COVID-19, we are still adjusting, and some of us, still struggling. With the dire circumstances of the last few years and the economic downturn, everyone is scrambling to create stability for themselves, their families, and their futures. This is a lot of pressure, and it never seems to stop. 

In this panel discussion, we discussed how can new technologies, as well as leaders and employees in organisations help pave the way for personal resilience? How can colleagues help one another, and how can we decide what work-life balance works best for us? What is the future of work and what are its implications for our mental health? The panel also explored practical ways we can take towards mental wellness for ourselves and foster supportive help-seeking habits for individuals who are silently struggling at work.  

This panel discussion took place after the screening of Full Time

Filmgarde Cineplex, Leisure Park Kallang

12th November 2022 (Sat) | 2:00 PM

Despite the ‘buzz’ surrounding this often hushed topic in recent times, suicide ideation in individuals always seems so foreign and unimportant until it affects the people we love and us. Cut through the noise and understand suicide on a deeper level.

In this panel discussion, we discussed how each of us can play a more meaningful role in suicide prevention. How can affected individuals regain a sense of self and harness strength from within to carry on? What are the common misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding suicide? How do various organisations and individuals help one another to fortify Singapore’s suicide prevention ecosystem? How can you play a part today? 

This panel discussion took place after the screening of Woman on the Roof

Filmgarde Cineplex, Leisure Park Kallang

6th November 2022 (Sun) | 2:30 PM

COVID-19 has stalled dreams and goals, and brought about great losses for many of us. Throughout this ongoing pandemic, we are reminded of life’s uncertainty in such turbulent times—not everything will go according to plan. How can we respond to such setbacks with resilience? 

In this intimate and conversational panel discussion, we explored how we can practise resilience in our daily life. What is the relationship between resilience and wellness? As everyone processes their setback differently, we will also look at how we can reframe and look at our circumstances in life through learned optimism. What practical ways can we adopt a different lens without downplaying our struggles in order to help with our personal growth and mental well-being?

This panel discussion took place after the screening of Lucky Chan-Sil

A session was dedicated for the audience to ask and discuss with the director about the movie that they just watched. Kazuhiro Soda attended the Q&A session via Zoom.

A session dedicated for the audience to ask and discuss with the director about the movie that they just watched. Zeina Deccache attended the Q&A session via Zoom.