The Cigarette
Synopsis
From the music of Polish composer Abel Korzeniowski, Singaporean filmmaker Anthony Chen crafts a story that imagines spending the burning time of a cigarette between the sheets, interlocking smiles and touches with your loved one. This short film is part of the 2x25 Project of Film Fest Gent and the World Soundtrack Awards. The project commissioned 25 composers to compose a short piece of music, after which 25 filmmakers made short films that are the ultimate symbioses of music and cinematography, fitting completely within the DNA of the festival. The result: 25 exceptional films where the music inspired the form, narrative and texture.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 15, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anthony Chen
- Original Score
- Abel Korzeniowski
- Original Title
- The Cigarette
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, Poland, Singapore
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Chen
Abel Korzeniowski
Soo Mun Thye
Department Leadership Roster
Anthony Chen
Director
Abel Korzeniowski
Original Music Composer
Soo Mun Thye
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cigarette
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cigarette about?
From the music of Polish composer Abel Korzeniowski, Singaporean filmmaker Anthony Chen crafts a story that imagines spending the burning time of a cigarette between the sheets, interlocking smiles and touches with your loved one. This short film is part of the 2x25 Project of Film Fest Gent and the World Soundtrack Awards. The project commissioned 25 composers to compose a short piece of music, after which 25 filmmakers made short films that are the ultimate symbioses of music and cinematography, fitting completely within the DNA of the festival. The result: 25 exceptional films where the music inspired the form, narrative and texture.
Who directed The Cigarette?
The Cigarette was directed by Anthony Chen.
Who stars in The Cigarette?
The principal cast of The Cigarette includes Jack Tan, Kendra Sow.
When was The Cigarette released and how long is it?
The Cigarette was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 5m.
Who composed the musical score for The Cigarette?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Cigarette was composed by Abel Korzeniowski.