Film Bulletin // THU, 27 AUG - WED, 2 SEPT 2026

        
          
          
            FILMBULLETIN.SG // SHOWTIMES // #22
THU, 27 AUG - WED, 2 SEPT 2026

          

            Tony (2026)
This weekend, Capitol begins their run of the classic Clint Eastwood Dollars Trilogy, for those that want a taste of the Western. TBC Book is also previewing a yet to be widely released film from Anticipate Pictures, A Poet, this Saturday.
Singapore Shorts at AFA ends this Friday, so if you haven't been able to get out to see these recent shorts from local filmmakers, this is your last chance!
We also have a couple of analog film events with Film Nerve this weekend for those looking for experimental programming, or to get their hands dirty learning sustainable film eco-processing techniques.
On the sustainability front, EcoCupid is running a one day festival related to ecology and environment in Singapore and the region. If you're looking for like-minded folk regarding recently announced land reclamation projects at a certain rally, it's probably the place to be.
—Ben from Filmbulletin
 

          

            LISTINGS
The Big Picture Secret Film (27 August) (2016)
Dir: John Carney
In this musical coming-of-age film set in 1980s Dublin, a boy starts a rock band to escape his difficult family situation, while also attempting to impress the girl he likes.
Imagination Room, NLB Building Level 5
THU AUG 27 / 18:30 [Free]
Junkyard Dog (2023)
Dir: Jean-Baptiste Durand
In a small French village, childhood friends Dog and Mirales face a test of loyalty when a new romance enters the picture. This poignant drama explores the painful, necessary process of growing up.
Alliance Francaise
THU AUG 27 / 19:00
A Poet (2025)
Dir: Simón Mesa Soto
A forgotten poet finds new purpose when he mentors a young girl with a natural gift for verse. This biting tragicomedy explores ambition, class, and the messy, beautiful reality of being human.
Ee Hoe Hean Club
SAT AUG 29 / 14:00 [Discussion]
The Old Man and His Car (2025)
Dir: Michael Kam
A widowed man prepares to migrate to join his son, but must first sell his cherished car. An unexpected encounter leads him on a poignant journey to confront his past and an uncertain future.
GV Cineleisure
SUN AUG 30 / 16:00 [Q&A, Free]
A Fistful of Dollars (1964)
Dir: Sergio Leone
A mysterious stranger arrives in a war-torn village and plays two rival factions against each other for profit. Sergio Leone’s iconic western redefined the genre with its grit and cool precision.
Capitol Theatre
TUE SEPT 01 / 19:00
ASIAN FILM ARCHIVE
Singapore Shorts ’26 – Official Selection 4
Explore the nuance of Singaporean short films in this curated selection. From absurdist satire to whimsical psychological portraits, these four shorts offer a deep dive into local storytelling.
Oldham Theatre
FRI AUG 28 / 20:00 [Short Film Programme, Q&A]
Roh (2019)
Featuring: Roh / Tiger Stripes.
Oldham Theatre
SAT AUG 29 / 20:30
FILM NERVE
Born of the Yam
Experience a techno-mythological ritual of light and sound. Using modified 16mm projectors, this performance weaves fragmented visions of a mythic island to reflect on modern political landscapes.
Singapore Art Museum @ Tanjong Pagar Distripark
FRI AUG 28 / 20:00 [Analog Film, Special Event]
Hand-Processing 16mm with Eco-Developer Workshop
Learn the art of eco-processing 16mm film using foraged plants. This hands-on workshop explores sustainable techniques and the sensorial craft of creating images through ecology and chance.
Singapore Art Museum @ Tanjong Pagar Distripark
SAT AUG 29 / 14:00 [Analog Film, Workshop]
ECOCUPID SG
EcoCupid Community Show & Tell
Join Singapore’s environmental community for a morning of short documentaries. Meet the creators behind impactful eco-projects and connect with others dedicated to building a greener future.
*SCAPE
SAT AUG 29 / 10:00 [Discussion, Short Film Programme]
EcoCupid | Environmental Cinema Afternoon
Explore environmental conservation through two powerful documentaries. From sun bear rehabilitation to the human cost of energy transitions, join filmmakers for a thoughtful afternoon of dialogue.
*SCAPE
SAT AUG 29 / 13:00 [Discussion]
EcoCupid | Afterthoughts: Impact-based Environmental Media
Close the festival with a screening of environmental shorts followed by a fireside chat. Join sustainability leaders and media professionals to discuss the power of honest, impact-driven storytelling.
*SCAPE
SAT AUG 29 / 19:00 [Discussion, Short Film Programme]
ARTSCIENCE MUSEUM
Future Council (2024)
Dir: Damon Gameau
Filmmaker Damon Gameau takes eight children on a road trip across Europe to address the climate crisis. This inspiring journey aims to bring young voices into the boardrooms of major polluters.
Artscience Cinema
THU AUG 27 / 11:00 [Free]
THU AUG 27 / 15:00 [Free]
FRI AUG 28 / 11:00 [Free]
FRI AUG 28 / 15:00 [Free]
SAT AUG 29 / 11:00 [Free]
SUN AUG 30 / 11:00 [Free]
MON AUG 31 / 11:00 [Free]
MON AUG 31 / 15:00 [Free]
Blue Carbon (2023)
Dir: Nicolas Brown
DJ Jayda Guy explores how coastal habitats like mangroves and seagrass store carbon and protect our planet. This vibrant film blends science and music into a hopeful call for collective action.
Artscience Cinema
THU AUG 27 / 13:00 [Free]
THU AUG 27 / 17:00 [Free]
FRI AUG 28 / 13:00 [Free]
SAT AUG 29 / 13:00 [Free]
MON AUG 31 / 13:00 [Free]
MON AUG 31 / 17:00 [Free]
Maya Deren: Choreocinema
Maya Deren reimagines cinema as a choreography of bodies and space. These visionary works treat the human form as a dynamic site of ritual, transformation, and profound, unseen connections.
Artscience Cinema
FRI AUG 28 / 18:30 [Free]
SAT AUG 29 / 18:30 [Free]
Ocean with David Attenborough (2025)
Dir: Colin Butfield, Toby Nowlan, Keith Scholey
Sir David Attenborough delivers a powerful plea for our planet, highlighting the ocean's vital role in climate stability. This stunning documentary explores the wonder and fragility of marine life.
Artscience Cinema
SAT AUG 29 / 14:45 [Free]
The Fish Tale (2022)
Dir: Shuichi Okita
Meebo is an unconventional fish expert who marches to the beat of his own drum. This whimsical coming-of-age story celebrates his deep empathy for the natural world and his gentle, marine-filled life.
Artscience Cinema
SUN AUG 30 / 14:00 [Free]
SINGAPORE FILM SOCIETY
Finding Mojo (2026)
Dir: Lim Siu Min
When a viral cow mascot is stolen, a young executive goes undercover in his former village to recover her. He soon faces a choice between corporate loyalty and the community that shaped him.
GV Cineleisure
THU AUG 27 / 19:30
SUN AUG 30 / 19:30
Disruption + Short Films
This psychological thriller challenges society’s obsession with perfection. Developed with disabled filmmakers, it explores prejudice and vulnerability, screened alongside two compelling shorts.
GV Cineleisure
FRI AUG 28 / 19:30 [Q&A, Short Film Programme]
The Old Man and His Car (2025)
Dir: Michael Kam
A widowed man prepares to migrate to join his son, but must first sell his cherished car. An unexpected encounter leads him on a poignant journey to confront his past and an uncertain future.
GV Cineleisure
SAT AUG 29 / 13:30
JFF 2026 Prelude and Masterclass - Japan and Singapore: Intersections and Inspirations in Cinema
Join Eric Khoo and producer Tan Fong Cheng for a masterclass on the intersection of Japanese and Singaporean cinema. Gain rare insights into the creative process behind celebrated local films.
Japan Creative Centre
SAT AUG 29 / 13:30 [Talk, Free]
Itam: A Sun Bear Story (2025)
Dir: Raymond Tan
This immersive documentary follows the rehabilitation and rewilding of Itam, a rescued sun bear in Malaysia. It combines scientific inquiry with cinematic storytelling to highlight conservation efforts.
GV Cineleisure
SAT AUG 29 / 16:00 [Q&A]
Paris, Texas (1984)
Dir: Wim Wenders
A man wanders out of the desert not knowing who he is. His brother finds him, and helps to pull his memory back of the life he led before he walked out on his family and disappeared four years earlier.
GV Cineleisure
SAT AUG 29 / 19:30
WED SEPT 02 / 19:30
FILMHOUSE
The Invite (2026)
Dir: Olivia Wilde
Joe and Angela’s marriage is on thin ice. When they invite their enigmatic upstairs neighbors for a dinner party, the night spirals into unexpected places.
Filmhouse
THU AUG 27 / 17:00
FRI AUG 28 / 17:30
SAT AUG 29 / 19:40
SUN AUG 30 / 20:00
Dear You (2026)
Dir: Lan Hongchun
Xiaowei travels to Thailand to track down his estranged, wealthy grandfather. He soon discovers that the person corresponding with his grandmother for years is not who he expected her husband to be.
Filmhouse
THU AUG 27 / 17:30
SUN AUG 30 / 13:30
TUE SEPT 01 / 20:30
We Are All Strangers (2026)
Dir: Anthony Chen
A life-altering event forces 21-year-old Junyang to confront reality. As his father struggles to maintain their modest life, a new woman enters the picture, forcing both generations to redefine family.
Filmhouse
THU AUG 27 / 19:30
FRI AUG 28 / 17:00
SAT AUG 29 / 16:30
SUN AUG 30 / 17:00
TUE SEPT 01 / 17:00
WED SEPT 02 / 18:30 [Q&A]
Tony (2026)
Dir: Matt Johnson
Before he was a culinary icon, Anthony Bourdain was a dishwasher finding his edge in a chaotic 1970s seafood shack. This electric origin story captures the raw grit and rock-and-roll pulse of his early life.
Filmhouse
THU AUG 27 / 20:00
FRI AUG 28 / 20:00
SAT AUG 29 / 20:00
SUN AUG 30 / 17:30
TUE SEPT 01 / 20:00
Mysterious Skin (2004)
Dir: Gregg Araki
Two boys share a traumatic childhood event that haunts them into adulthood. Years later, one man’s recurring dreams of alien abduction lead him to confront the dark truth of what really happened to them.
Filmhouse
THU AUG 27 / 20:30
SAT AUG 29 / 14:30
SUN AUG 30 / 14:30
TUE SEPT 01 / 16:30
WED SEPT 02 / 20:00
Girls Like Girls (2026)
Dir: Hayley Kiyoko
Hayley Kiyoko’s directorial debut follows Coley, a new girl in town navigating the exhilaration of first love. It is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about self-discovery and the courage to be you.
Filmhouse
FRI AUG 28 / 16:30
TUE SEPT 01 / 16:45
Wet Season (2019)
Dir: Anthony Chen
Ling, an infertile teacher caring for her infirm father-in-law, finds an unexpected connection with a student. As they spend more time together, their bond deepens during remedial Chinese classes.
Filmhouse
SAT AUG 29 / 14:00
Before Sunrise (1995)
Dir: Richard Linklater
Two travelers meet on a train and spend a single, transformative night wandering through Vienna. They share intimate conversations, knowing their time together is fleeting but deeply meaningful.
Filmhouse
THU AUG 27 / 16:30
SAT AUG 29 / 13:30
SAT AUG 29 / 17:30
SUN AUG 30 / 19:30
Trainspotting (1996)
Dir: Danny Boyle
Mark Renton navigates the chaotic highs and lows of heroin addiction alongside his unreliable friends. Even after moving to London, he finds it nearly impossible to escape his past life in Edinburgh.
Filmhouse
FRI AUG 28 / 20:30
SAT AUG 29 / 20:30
SUN AUG 30 / 20:30
WED SEPT 02 / 20:30
Oldboy (2003)
Dir: Park Chan-wook
After 15 years of unexplained imprisonment, a man is released with five days to find his captor. This hyper-violent thriller follows his dark, psychological quest for vengeance and the truth.
Filmhouse
SAT AUG 29 / 16:50
On Body and Soul (2017)
Dir: Ildikó Enyedi
Two introverted colleagues discover they share the exact same dreams every night. As they navigate this strange coincidence, they attempt to bring their nocturnal connection into the waking world.
Filmhouse
SUN AUG 30 / 14:00
La La Land (2016)
Dir: Damien Chazelle
An aspiring actress and a jazz musician struggle to balance their love affair with their ambitious dreams. As success mounts, they face difficult choices that threaten to tear them apart.
Filmhouse
SUN AUG 30 / 16:30
Silent Friend (2025)
Dir: Ildikó Enyedi
A mysterious ginkgo tree connects three stories across a century. From a 1908 student to a modern neuroscientist, this film explores human curiosity and the patterns of life across different eras.
Filmhouse
TUE SEPT 01 / 19:30
WED SEPT 02 / 17:00
Amoeba (2025)
Dir: Tan Siyou
At an authoritarian all-girls school, four misfit teens form a secret gang. Their fumbling rebellion unearths buried desires and the quiet violence of growing up in contemporary Singapore.
Filmhouse
WED SEPT 02 / 16:00

          

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