Breaking Walls
Synopsis
Journalist and activist Hoi Yi fights against the global rise of surveillance and censorship, while suppressing his queer identity from his family. The personal repression he faces is reflected in his commitment to the freedom of others.
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Jan-Dirk Bouw about Breaking Walls | Clermont-Ferrand 2026 | Ferry Tales
Type: Behind the Scenes • Published 2026-01-29
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jan-Dirk Bouw
- Screenplay & Story
- Jan-Dirk Bouw, Ernie Tee, Vincent Vanneste
- Original Title
- Breaking Walls
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 23m
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Jan-Dirk Bouw
Jan-Dirk Bouw, Ernie Tee, Vincent Vanneste
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Jan-Dirk Bouw
Director
Jan-Dirk Bouw
Writer
Ernie Tee
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Vincent Vanneste
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What is Breaking Walls about?
Journalist and activist Hoi Yi fights against the global rise of surveillance and censorship, while suppressing his queer identity from his family. The personal repression he faces is reflected in his commitment to the freedom of others.
Who directed Breaking Walls?
Breaking Walls was directed by Jan-Dirk Bouw.
Who stars in Breaking Walls?
The principal cast of Breaking Walls includes Sijtze van der Meer, Anonymous, Sheila Ho, Lai Ping Cheung Chan, Alex Lai.
When was Breaking Walls released and how long is it?
Breaking Walls was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 23m.