The 2019 STOREYS theme for the videos that will be made as part of this year’s STOREYS project will be under the umbrella of “Framing” A Better Home.
STOREYS not only aims to raise awareness, but also pushes for action taken to improve society. This year’s theme will have calls to action that will encourage Singaporeans to:
- Start Small Changes
- Be a Good Neighbor
- Highlight an Issue With a Solution
- Pay It Forward and Practice Random Acts of Kindness
The videos and short films that are produced as part of this theme will likely focus on:
- Community/Neighborhood Relations
- Disadvantaged Community Relations and Issues
- Elderly Relations and Issues
- Family Relations and Issues
- Youth Relations and Issues
This year’s theme holds a double meaning that applies metaphorically to the action to be taken by the audience plus the literal in filmmaking. Framing or, to frame is a verb that encourages viewers to take action in making or constructing something in accordance with a plan. Frame is also a term in video which refers to a single picture in a video sequence.
More STOREYS News
We have more than just the 2019 STOREYS theme in this update. We also have our first filmmakers coming onboard who are ready to begin planning, producing, and shooting.
Who has signed on to be part of the project as a filmmaker?
- Sabrina Poon: Sabrina Poon is a Freelancer in the Film Production industry. She has worked in many various departments and has work experiences ranging from Wedding Cinematography, Corporate & Events Shoot, Short Films to Feature Films and TVCs.
- Butterworks: Butterworks is a group of positive youtubers who produce videos to better our lives. Their current Youtube subscriber base is over 200,000 and they have amassed a total of 30 million views over 110 videos across 3 years.
- Kenneth Cheong: Kenneth Cheong spent his earlier years of experience in the fashion photography and commercial photography world, where he interned for 2 years with Chuando, one of Asia’s best photographers before embarking on commercial motion picture productions. There he learned the ropes as a casting manager, production assistant, location manager and associate producer.
- Stanley Xu: Stanley Xu is a filmmaker from Singapore. He graduated from Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s School of Film & Media Studies, and he is currently pursuing his MFA in Filmmaking at Taipei National University of the Arts.
- Wesley Leon Aroozoo: Wesley is a filmmaker from 13 Little Pictures. and his films have premiered in festivals such as the Busan International Film Festival and the International Film Festival Rotterdam.
- Derrick Lui: Starting his career at Medicorp’s TVC arm, Derrick Lui moved on to MTV Asia, directing various on-air promos, and artist image spots. Wanting to try different drama and documentary genres, he left to freelance as a director/writer.
- Lionel Chok: Turning his back against his Economics Honours degree back in 1996; Lionel decided to try out a week of work at the local Television station in Singapore. He has not looked back since.
Anchors & Sponsors
We still have positions for involvement by companies and civic organizations as Anchors and sponsors. We also do still have some remaining open spots for filmmakers who want to drive social improvement in Singapore. Contact us now to get involved.
