8 great reasons why local cinema is thriving—and one huge reason it isn’t.

We caught up with Sanif Olek, longtime television and short film director, whose first feature, Sayang Disayang, is currently making the rounds at film festivals abroad.

In the leadup to Singapore International Film Festival, we chat to Festival Director Zhang Wenjie about media guidelines, the local film scene and life post Ilo Ilo.

From sex comedies to binational publicity stunts to Hollywood-funded blockbusters, here are some local films we're gearing up for next year.

From vintage glamour to shiny new stilettos, we've got your week in style sorted.