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'Mongrel' Takes Top Prize at Singapore International Film Festival

Variety
Story by Naman Ramachandran
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Taiwanese migrant worker drama 'Mongrel' takes top prize at prestigious Singapore film festival, cementing its status as one of the year's must-see indie gems.
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  • Directors Chiang Wei Liang and Yin You Qiao's gritty, visceral portrayal of forced migration issues wowed the SGIFF jury, who praised the film's 'dense, shadowy and violent world'
  • This low-budget indie stunner is generating major buzz across the Asia-Pacific region, positioning it as a strong awards contender and a film to watch out for on the festival circuit
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Chiang Wei Liang, Yin You Qiao, Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF), 'Mongrel'
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