Psychosinematics: Behind the Guilty Pleasure of Reality TV
All the shows mentioned in this article are available on hayu, reality on-demand, and you can check them out with a 30-day free trial. When it comes to...
OPINION
Hong Kong and Taiwan Are Cultural Powerhouses. That Terrifies Beijing.
The successes of Hong Kong, Taiwan and the rest of the Chinese diaspora have always been an embarrassment for Beijing. Not only are they reminders of China’s historical...
meWATCH’s Curation of Tamil Movies – A Welcome Surprise
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, digital consumption of content is at an all-time high. With filming and production on a worldwide standstill, streaming platforms are rushing...
The Uncharted World of Asian Animated Films
Animated films tend to be overlooked in film, usually seen by the general public as something catered for children. While most animated films are indeed for younger audiences,...
A Treasure Trove of Southeast Asian Shorts – Five Picks From the Objectifs Film Library
In April, local non-profit art space Objectifs launched the Objectifs Film Library, a treasure trove of award-winning short films from Southeast Asia. The initiative aims to be an...
Why I Love Asian Horror – From the Perspective of a Scaredy-Cat
I wasn’t always a fan of horror movies; I’ve always been too faint-hearted to be fully engaged in or appreciate a film filled with startling noises and unknown...