A cop in Singapore investigates the disappearance of a Chinese migrant construction worker who spent sleepless nights playing a mysterious video game.
A disillusioned site supervisor investigating a series of mysterious disappearances among migrant workers on a construction site finds himself drawn into their world. As he delves deeper, the lines between reality, memory, and hallucination begin to blur, revealing a hidden truth about the precarious lives of those building Singapore's future.
A Land Imagined received critical acclaim for its atmospheric tension, visual style, and poignant exploration of themes like isolation, exploitation, and the forgotten lives of migrant workers. It was praised for its unique blend of noir and social commentary, often cited as a standout in contemporary Southeast Asian cinema.
Google audience: Audience reception data on Google is not readily available, but critical reviews highlight its thought-provoking narrative and strong visual storytelling.
Locarno International Film Festival – Golden Leopard (2018), Singapore International Film Festival – Best Film (2018)
The film's director, Siew Hua Yeo, spent time observing construction sites and interacting with migrant workers to authentically capture their experiences and the environments they inhabit.
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