Paper House
纸屋
Synopsis
Paper House is a short film set against the backdrop of a traditional Chinese funeral and its customs. The film follows the story of a family as they descend into disharmony after the death of their patriarch. The title of the film refers to the old Chinese tradition of burning paper offerings for their deceased loved ones. This short film is a eulogy for this colourful art form that is fast disappearing in Singapore’s modern society.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Singapore Chinese Film Festival 2017
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ler Jiyuan
- Original Title
- 纸屋
- Country of Origin
- Singapore
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese, English
- Runtime
- 27m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ler Jiyuan
Department Leadership Roster
Ler Jiyuan
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Paper House
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What is Paper House about?
Paper House is a short film set against the backdrop of a traditional Chinese funeral and its customs. The film follows the story of a family as they descend into disharmony after the death of their patriarch. The title of the film refers to the old Chinese tradition of burning paper offerings for their deceased loved ones. This short film is a eulogy for this colourful art form that is fast disappearing in Singapore’s modern society.
Who directed Paper House?
Paper House was directed by Ler Jiyuan.
Who stars in Paper House?
The principal cast of Paper House includes Rajid Ahamed, Wang Yu Qing, Serene Chen, Zhang Wenxiang.
When was Paper House released and how long is it?
Paper House was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 27m.