Perth: The Geylang Massacre

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the dream of a simple man

Released April 28, 2004

Overview

Perth is the journey into the heart of Harry Lee, a 51-year-old part-time security guard and taxi driver. He belongs to a redundant generation, eclipsed by a fast-paced, elitist society that is mesmerized with education and status. Harry desires to leave the antiseptic streets of Singapore for his paradise on earth in Western Australia. His attempt to migrate is complicated when he takes on a job ferrying prostitutes. This evokes painful memories from his past. When he takes an unhealthy interest in a Vietnamese prostitute, it awakens a dark and dangerous attempt at personal redemption. The film tackles an extremely topical issue of emigration in Singapore. It is peppered by denizens of the underbelly of Singapore society, reflecting the multicultural idiosyncrasies of a seemingly pristine city. More importantly, it is a personal journey of a flawed man in a society that does not tolerate failure...

Runtime

1h 46m


Origin Country

Singapore


Original Language

English


Original Title

Perth: The Geylang Massacre


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Singapore

Spoken Languages

  • 普通话 (Mandarin)
  • English
  • Bahasa melayu (Malay)
  • Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)

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