Our Films

THE JADE

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Synopsis

A cross-border social impact film weaving dual narratives across the early 20th century and modern day. The Jade tells the tragic story of a Nyonya woman caught between arranged marriage and the pursuit of love and freedom, reflecting the struggles of women within restrictive social systems.

Creative Team

Director: Yeo Sze Liang

Co-produced by: Singapore–Malaysia teams with participation from training program talents

Genre: Love, suspense, thriller
Language: Mandarin, Baba Language
Approximate duration: 1hr to 1hr 30 min

Cultural Significance

Showcases the historical settings of Singapore and Malacca, exploring the struggles of women in early 20th-century Chinese diaspora society.

Nyonya Art, Culture & Dialogue Design

The film was primarily shot in Singapore, with key scenes set against preserved Peranakan houses and early 20th-century heritage buildings, authentically recreating the ambience of the Chinese diaspora community of that era. Complementary scenes were also filmed in Malacca’s historic landmarks and Peranakan residences, adding further depth and historical resonance. The overall art direction incorporates traditional homes, wedding customs, costumes, and rituals, bringing to life the cultural traditions and lived realities of the overseas Chinese.

THE WIFE

Synopsis

A psychological thriller revealing that “the scariest thing at home is not ghosts, but unspoken violence.” It follows a woman trapped in domestic abuse, confronting fear, silence, and ultimately her journey of self-empowerment.

Creative Team

Director: Yeo Sze Liang

Genre: Family, suspense, thriller
Language: Chinese, dialect
Approximate duration: within 1 hr to 1hr 30 min

Official Film Poster

Social Issues

Cycles of domestic abuse and silence, women’s dignity and empowerment, and cinema as a medium for social education and dialogue.

Singapore Urban & Overseas Chinese Rural Imagery

Filmed partly in Singapore’s modern urban landscapes, blending cosmopolitan and local identities, and partly in Kukup fishing village in Malaysia, capturing the everyday atmosphere of overseas Chinese rural life. This contrast between city and village adds both social realism and cultural authenticity.

Language & Cultural Realism

Singapore scenes feature authentic multilingual dialogue (English, Mandarin, dialects, Malay), while Kukup village scenes preserve the traditional speech patterns and rhythms of overseas Chinese rural life. This interplay of urban and rural languages highlights the tension between tradition and modernity.

UPCOMING PROJECTS

Period Film in Development

A large-scale historical film project in development, combining traditional culture with contemporary reflections to explore the tension between humanity and history.

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Creative Team

Director: Yeo Sze Liang

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Cross-Border Film Projects

Multiple cross-border projects currently in development, continuing JJFILM’s mission of fostering regional cultural exchange and international resonance.

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Creative Team

Director: Yeo Sze Liang

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