The Drum
鼓声
Synopsis
The Drum is a short film that follows the journey of Kang, a recently retired man in his 60s dealing with the sudden onset of a late-life crisis. He realises that he must mend old conflicts and learn to accept his new life or risk losing himself in the emptiness of old age.
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The Drum (Teaser)
Type: Teaser • Published 2016-08-21
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Silver Arts Festival 2016
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ler Jiyuan
- Screenplay & Story
- Dave Chua
- Original Title
- 鼓声
- Country of Origin
- Singapore
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin, English
- Runtime
- 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ler Jiyuan
Dave Chua
Department Leadership Roster
Ler Jiyuan
Director
Dave Chua
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Drum
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What is The Drum about?
The Drum is a short film that follows the journey of Kang, a recently retired man in his 60s dealing with the sudden onset of a late-life crisis. He realises that he must mend old conflicts and learn to accept his new life or risk losing himself in the emptiness of old age.
Who directed The Drum?
The Drum was directed by Ler Jiyuan.
Who stars in The Drum?
The principal cast of The Drum includes Wang Yu Qing.
When was The Drum released and how long is it?
The Drum was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 26m.