Shoki Lin
Directing
Biography
Shoki is a director, writer and cinematographer based in Singapore. He graduated from Nanyang Technology University, School of Art, Design and Media. His thesis short film “ADAM” was part of the Cinéfondation Selection at the 72th Cannes Film Festival. His previous works include “Chasing Paper” which was in competition at the 2018 Busan International Film Festival and “Changi” which won best picture at the 2017 National Youth Film Awards.
Known For
Commemorating Singapore's 60th year of independence, Kopitiam Days is a stirring anthology film that weaves together six interconnected stories of human connection, reconciliation, and the enduring spirit of Singapore. More than just a setting, the humble kopitiam becomes a living symbol of community and memory, reflecting our past, anchoring our present, and looking towards our future.
Kopitiam Days
Tired of his turbulent family life, Adam seeks out an alternative arrangement in hopes of finding his place.
Adam
A mother struggles with her moral boundaries while trying to salvage her broken relationship with her daughter.
Chasing Paper
Through the span of a taxi ride in Singapore, an immigrant mother reconciles with her son on their notion of home.
Changi
Pei Ling is forced to take on the full duties of caring for her newborn after her mother’s disappearance. Struggling with her identity as a young mother, she finds ways to cope with the burden of abandonment and single parenthood.