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Singapore film success sparks debate on dialect language policies

A recent film's success in Singapore has sparked a debate about the country's language policies, particularly concerning dialect films. "Will Dear You," an indie hit, has seen extra screenings of its original Teochew version due to public demand for authenticity, contrasting with the general guideline that Chinese films should be in Mandarin. Analysts suggest this success might lead to a more liberal approach towards dialect films, though significant policy changes are expected to take time. AI

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Singapore film success sparks debate on dialect language policies

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Kolette Lim ·

    Will Dear You’s smash success push Singapore to ease dialect film policies?

    Singaporean Hong Weilun was left disappointed after he failed to secure tickets for limited Teochew screenings of the Chinese film Dear You when they were released on Monday. “It is important to watch the original version because the mood, nuances and emotional weight of the film…