House Your Film Screening EP2: Durian, Dumpling & Tea

What are we screening this time around?

Keep Roll (Malaysia 🇲🇾)

Two Year 2 film students begin filming their senior, Kai Yuan, for a documentary assignment during the COVID-19 pandemic. What starts as a simple school task unfolds into an unexpected journey of creative struggle, connection, and self-discovery.

Nebulous | 死后散步 (China 🇨🇳)

This story explores vague truths. The filmmaker discusses rumors of self-immolation, jumping off buildings, and cars falling into the water around their school in Beijing. They also reflect on a classmate's suicide during the COVID-19 pandemic, with no news coverage or public information available. This film questions how real stories become hazy through rumours.

For you, Forever 21 那年二十一 (Taiwan 🇹🇼)

On her 21st birthday, A Xin, a Malaysian student studying abroad in Taiwan, meets her brother who has travelled from Malaysia.

My Sister is a Butterfly (UK 🇬🇬)

A sheltered Malaysian teenager visits her estranged sister in England, and old traumas resurface in this pitch-black coming-of-age comedy.

What's the vibe of this theme "Durian, Dumpling, and Tea"?

This theme is all about celebrating diverse storytelling and diving into the unique experiences of student filmmakers across different countries! Each food represents a country where our films originate: Durian for Malaysia, Dumpling for China and Taiwan, and Tea for the UK.

We're going to compare and share the challenges and experiences that film students encounter in each of these countries. This is your chance to get the inside scoop if you're interested in exploring film education in Malaysia, China, Taiwan, or the UK! We'll explore the raw, unfiltered creativity born from these different environments, giving you a taste of how filmmaking thrives with different flavours and ingredients.

So come thru, connect with the vibes, and let’s hype up the next wave of Malaysian filmmakers and beyond!

What to Expect?

Can I expect some real global vibes?

HECK YES! You’ll be vibing to short films by young filmmakers from Malaysia, China, Taiwan, and the UK who are all about repping their unique cultures and experiences. These stories are raw, unfiltered, and straight from the heart, reflecting the diverse approaches to filmmaking across borders.

Can I actually talk to the filmmakers and get the inside scoop on film education?

DUH, OF COURSE! We're keeping it 100 with a chill Q&A sesh after the screening on June 28th. Beyond just their creative struggles, we'll be diving deep into their experiences studying film in their respective countries. Ask them anything—from how they got into film schools in China or the UK, to the challenges of adapting to different film industries. It’s your chance to learn and vibe with the next big names in Malaysian cinema and gain insights into international film education!

Will I meet other film nerds like me?

YASSS, QUEEN/KING! This is THE spot to link up with fellow film enthusiasts, industry OGs, and creators who stan storytelling as much as you do. Plus, there’s free flow of light refreshments to keep the convo going. And when I say free flow, I mean we're serving up some iconic snacks that literally fit the theme: Durian ice cream, delicious chicken dumplings, and refreshing iced tea! Who knows? You might just find your next collab partner or ride-or-die creative buddy.

Is this event actually making a difference?

100%! By coming, you’re supporting a movement to uplift young Malaysian filmmakers and build a resource hub for the future. Imagine: grants, equipment access, mentorships—all under one roof, made by us, for us. We're also giving you a platform to learn about international film education, helping you make informed decisions about your future in film. Let’s make Malaysia proud on the global film stage!

This isn’t just another screening—it’s a space to connect, reflect, and celebrate storytelling in its purest form, while also opening doors to international opportunities. So, let’s explore the delicious world of global cinema and hype up the storytellers of tomorrow. You in or what?

Itinerary

June 27th, 2025 – Screening Only

• Opening Remarks (7:30 PM - 7:45 PM)
  Welcome speech and intro to the "Durian, Dumpling, and Tea" theme!
• Film Screenings (7:45 PM - 9:30 PM) 
  Get comfy and enjoy a curated selection of dope short films by emerging filmmakers from Malaysia, China, Taiwan, and the UK.
• Networking Session with Light Refreshments (9:30 PM - 10:30 PM)
  Mingle, chat, and enjoy some Durian ice cream, chicken dumplings, and iced tea!

June 28th, 2025 – Screening and Post-Screening Dialogue

• Opening Remarks (7:30 PM - 7:45 PM)
  Welcome speech and intro to the "Durian, Dumpling, and Tea" theme!
• Film Screenings (7:45 PM - 9:30 PM)
  Your second chance to catch these incredible films!
• Post-Screening Dialogue (9:30 PM - 10:00 PM)
  Q&A with the filmmakers! This is your moment to ask all the burning questions about their films and their experiences studying film in Malaysia, China, Taiwan, and the UK!
• Networking Session with Light Refreshments (10:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
  Mingle, chat, and find your next creative squad, perhaps even a study buddy for future film adventures abroad, all while munching on some Durian ice cream, chicken dumplings, and iced tea!

Venue Support

Five Arts Centre

Check them out, they're awesome for helping us make this happen!