The Inescapable Desire of Roots
根欲
Synopsis
When hair begins to sprout wildly all over a man's body, his struggle becomes a resistance against subjugation in which the human anguish is palpable. Combining overlaid 16mm and Super 8 film loops, this manic new short by Singaporean duo Mark Chua and Lam Li Shuen is an exploration of the relationship between the body and the city in an ever violent society.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Li Shuen Lam, Mark Chua
- Screenplay & Story
- Mark Chua, Li Shuen Lam
- Original Title
- 根欲
- Country of Origin
- Singapore
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 6m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Li Shuen Lam, Mark Chua
Mark Chua, Li Shuen Lam
Mark Chua, Li Shuen Lam
Mark Chua
Department Leadership Roster
Li Shuen Lam
Director
Mark Chua
Director
Mark Chua
Writer
Mark Chua
Director of Photography
Mark Chua
Editor
Li Shuen Lam
Writer
Li Shuen Lam
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is The Inescapable Desire of Roots about?
When hair begins to sprout wildly all over a man's body, his struggle becomes a resistance against subjugation in which the human anguish is palpable. Combining overlaid 16mm and Super 8 film loops, this manic new short by Singaporean duo Mark Chua and Lam Li Shuen is an exploration of the relationship between the body and the city in an ever violent society.
Who directed The Inescapable Desire of Roots?
The Inescapable Desire of Roots was directed by Li Shuen Lam, Mark Chua.
Who stars in The Inescapable Desire of Roots?
The principal cast of The Inescapable Desire of Roots includes Oliver Chong.
When was The Inescapable Desire of Roots released and how long is it?
The Inescapable Desire of Roots was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 6m.