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'Mongrel' Takes Top Prize at Singapore International Film Festival

Variety
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Taiwanese drama 'Mongrel' takes top prize at prestigious Singapore film festival for its gritty exploration of migrant worker struggles.
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  • The film, directed by Chiang Wei Liang and Yin You Qiao, was praised by the jury for its 'dense, shadowy and violent world' and innovative approach to depicting contemporary forced migration issues.
  • The win for 'Mongrel' at the 35th Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) could help boost its global visibility and pave the way for more recognition of Taiwanese cinema on the international stage.
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Chiang Wei Liang, Yin You Qiao, Singapore International Film Festival, Mongrel
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