O for Opium (2023)

Movie 12 min

As part of the filmmaker's metaproject The Critical Dictionary of Southeast Asia, the film takes the letter 'O' to poetically conflate 'Opium' and 'Ocean'. It revisits the opium trade that underpinned British colonial expansion, contending with how opium may be understood, perceived and represented. Found footage and layered voices link Singapore's port history to narcotic economies.

Ho Tzu Nyen Director

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Released
January 1, 2023
Runtime
12 min
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Frequently asked questions

What is O for Opium about?
As part of the filmmaker's metaproject The Critical Dictionary of Southeast Asia, the film takes the letter 'O' to poetically conflate 'Opium' and 'Ocean'. It revisits the opium trade that underpinned British colonial expansion, contending with how opium may be understood, perceived and represented. Found footage and layered voices link Singapore's port history to narcotic economies.
Who directed O for Opium?
O for Opium was directed by Ho Tzu Nyen.
When was O for Opium released?
O for Opium is a 2023 film.
Where can I watch O for Opium?
You can watch O for Opium with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.