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The Singapore Movie Quiz
Singapore’s film industry has given us everything from Cannes-worthy dramas to crowd-pleasing musical comedies. How well do you know your local movies? Put yourself to the test.
The Singapore Movie Quiz
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Liang Po Po Vs Ah Beng
Comedy |
2026 |
126mins
Synopsis
Liang Po Po (Jack Neo), a sharp-tongued nanny from Singapore, travels to Malaysia to work as a migrant helper caring for a 10-year-old boy, Jin Boluo. What begins as a simple cross-border job soon takes a dangerous turn when the boy and his friend Xiao Yun become caught in a troubling incident. To rescue the children, Liang Po Po is forced to team up with Xiao Yun’s father—Ah Beng (Jack Lim), a hot-tempered but big-hearted Malaysian security guard—to take on a ruthless black-market organ trafficking syndicate. Though they initially clash and distrust each other, the unlikely pair gradually develop a partnership. Together, this mismatched duo becomes an unexpected “dream team,” embarking on a cross-border adventure filled with action, humour and heart.
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Director: Matt Lai
Cast: Jack Neo, Jack Lim, Chen Keat Yoke
Audio: Spoken Chinese (Mandarin)
Subtitles: English Subs
The Old Man and His Car
Drama |
2025 |
82mins
Synopsis
A recently widowed old man finds himself confronted with the bittersweet task of parting with his cherished old car as he prepares to migrate to another country to join his son. An unexpected encounter with an elderly transgender buyer and his son's sudden abandonment steer him onto a poignant journey to confront his complicated past and face and uncertain future.
Catch this title under: This Is Singapore, New on KrisWorld, For Suites and First Class, For Business Class
Director: Michael Kam
Cast: Lim Kay Tong, Kristin Tiara, Richard Low
Audio: Spoken Chinese (Mandarin)
Subtitles: English Subs
Ilo Ilo
Drama |
2013 |
100mins
Synopsis
Set in Singapore, the story chronicles the relationship between a family of three and their newly arrived Filipino maid, Teresa, who has come like many other Filipino women in search of a better life. The entire family needs to adapt to the presence of this stranger, which further threatens their already strained relationship. Still, Teresa and Jiale, the young and troublesome boy she cares for, soon form a bond. Their unique connection continues to develop and soon she becomes an unspoken part of the family. But this is 1997 and the Asian Financial Crisis is starting to be felt in all the region.
Catch this title under: This Is Singapore, Drama, World Classics
Director: Anthony Chen
Cast: Yeo Yann Yann, Angeli Bayani, Tianwen Chen
Audio: Spoken Chinese (Mandarin)
Wonderful! Liang Xi Mei The Movie
Comedy |
2018 |
126mins
Synopsis
Liang Xi Mei (Jack Neo) is finally back! Now retired, Liang Xi Mei spends her time looking after her obedient grandchildren. However, Robert (Mark Lee), her eldest son, adds to her woes as he is always dreaming of making a fortune through easy means. She pins all her hopes on her youngest son, Albert (Benjamin Josiah Tan). Her stirs up jealousy within Robert, who vows to strike it rich to win Liang Xi Mei’s approval. By chance, Robert picks up the doll that is actually the Goddess of Fortune! She helps Robert but also appeals to him to be more down to earth and practical in his pursuit of success and wealth. Instead, he turns into an ingrate as soon as his hawker business takes off. His arrogance incurs the wrath of the God of Misfortune who decides to teach him a lesson. Soon, trouble ensues among Liang Xi Mei’s family and their best friends Guang Dong Po (Wang Lei) and Lion King (Henry Thia). Will they get through this headache of a situation together as a family?
Catch this title under: This Is Singapore, Comedy, World Classics
Director: Jack Neo
Cast: Mark Lee, Henry Thia, Jack Neo
Audio: Spoken Chinese (Mandarin)
Subtitles: English
Kallang Roar
Drama |
2008 |
85mins
Synopsis
Battling the concurrent onslaught of life-threatening diabetes, an entire board of unsupportive officials ready to oust him, and a record 12 years of Malaysian football supremacy, a determined and unorthodox coach, Uncle Choo, defiantly returns to the football scene in 1977 for one last shot at restoring Singaporean pride. With legendary players like Quah Kim Song, Rajagopal, Samad, Mat Noh and Dollah Kassim, Uncle Choo embarks on a journey to remind his fellow countrymen of what it means to be Singaporean. This is a tale about sheer grit, unbreakable will and deep passion in an unyielding struggle told through the beautiful game—football
Catch this title under: This Is Singapore, Drama, World Classics
Director: Cheng Ding An
Cast: Lim Kay Siu, Leon Quah
Audio: English
Subtitles: English Subs