Love At Fifty | A Film by Tan Wei Ting

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  • Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
  • What is it like to fall in love in your 50s?
    In "Love at Fifty", by Singaporean director Tan Wei Ting, a divorcee settled on being single meets a delivery man who has been alone all his life in this Asian love story.
    Cast:
    Kee | Doreen Toh
    Pao | Kelvin Ho
    Uncle Tong | Yang Shi Bin
    Ah Huey | Jalyn Han
    Cleaner Shan Shan | Goh Guat Kian
    Larry | Skye Yap
    Daughter Faye | Michelle Chiam
    Son Benjamin | Zavier Sng
    Faye’s Boyfriend | Matthias Rishon
    Crew:
    Writer, Director | Tan Wei Ting
    Producer | Jasmine Tay, Way-J
    Director of Photography | Sokkun
    Art Director | Yap Hanning
    Wardrobe Stylist | Anthea Ng
    Assistant Director | Gina Tan
    Casting | Amelia Sai, Candice Lee
    Editor | Tan Wei Ting, Lim Yen
    Audio Post | Burtt See, Amelia Sai
    Original Score | Joe Ng
    Color Grading | Eugene Seah
    English Subtitles | Sasha Ooi
    Poster & Title Design | Lim Zhee Yen
    BTS Photographer | Benson Lim
    《月光光》
    Music Courtesy of:
    陈佳明
    Supported by:
    Weave (@weavesg)
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  • @OGS.Official
    @OGS.Official  2 роки тому +442

    Love At Fifty is featured under OGS’s Short Film Showcase as part of our effort to shine light on Singapore’s local filmmakers 🥳
    About the filmmaker: Tan Wei Ting is a Singaporean filmmaker. Her debut short CA$H (2018) was selected for International Competition at Clermont-Ferrand. Her second short Still Standing (2019) world-premiered at SGIFF.
    Read Wei Ting's reflection on the making of this film here: instagram.com/p/ComTq4OSuL7/

    • @sevenhuang7777
      @sevenhuang7777 2 роки тому +34

      My standing ovation to the film maker. This is so authentic, this is how the real SG people live and behave.
      All the mediacorp actors should learn from the cast, act so naturally, no exaggeration.

    • @kaiyanchong9661
      @kaiyanchong9661 2 роки тому +5

      Love this little initiative! ❤

    • @muntongleong1755
      @muntongleong1755 2 роки тому +7

      Bravo Wei Ting! Keep going and best wishes 🍀

    • @toixcchicken4019
      @toixcchicken4019 2 роки тому +6

      Their acting, and the dialogue.......so much better than Channel 5 drama stuff.

    • @JackHm
      @JackHm Рік тому +8

      Acting was superb but was vr sad with ending 😭

  • @sleepy_dobe
    @sleepy_dobe 2 роки тому +1024

    Their acting, and the dialogue.......so much better than Channel 5 drama stuff.

    • @derekfence5090
      @derekfence5090 2 роки тому +6

      The inevitable comment to try to claim a higher status.

    • @julietlee8161
      @julietlee8161 2 роки тому +4

      Totally agree

    • @toixcchicken4019
      @toixcchicken4019 2 роки тому +1

      @@derekfence5090 TOTALLY

    • @azfarz7698
      @azfarz7698 2 роки тому +2

      for fking real bro

    • @ahkl77
      @ahkl77 2 роки тому +5

      Spot on, compared to Third Rail now streaming, the dialogue and editing for this short film is spot on and authentic.

  • @viriconium1
    @viriconium1 2 роки тому +1109

    this 30 mins has more character, charm and development than 30 episodes of a mediacorp drama. please continue doing this!!!

    • @derekfence5090
      @derekfence5090 2 роки тому

      I won’t be surprised if this was aired on MediaCorp, you will find some reason find it less praiseworthy. Because it makes you feel better to diss MediaCorp.

    • @toixcchicken4019
      @toixcchicken4019 Рік тому +8

      Their acting, and the dialogue.......so much better than Channel 5 drama stuff

    • @Milorre
      @Milorre Рік тому +4

      I was just about to say this!

    • @toixcchicken4019
      @toixcchicken4019 Рік тому

      @@Milorre say what

    • @Milorre
      @Milorre Рік тому +2

      @@toixcchicken4019 what you said. That the acting is so much better than the channel 5 drama stuff

  • @bchompoo
    @bchompoo Рік тому +265

    I'm 49 and I can tell falling in love in your 50s is just like falling in love in your teens, 20s, 30s, but you're not so obsessed with it. Rather, you'll be spending time with work, household errands, while enjoying your love. It's part of your everyday life.

    • @Alan-megan
      @Alan-megan Рік тому +6

      Sorry dude i totally disagree. Our feelings n maturity evolves over each n different stages in our lives…
      Teenage puppy love is always the sweetest n will never be the same when we proceed to next stage of our lives…
      I think you are mistaking Infatuation n silly butterflies.

    • @kendrar3072
      @kendrar3072 Рік тому +2

      ​@@Alan-megan whats sweet with teenagers?
      Lets say a older couple falling in love at a nursing home -THATS SWEET.

    • @Alan-megan
      @Alan-megan Рік тому

      @@kendrar3072 That is very sweet indeed. But you are confusing yourself with Ohh how sweet and the innocence of teenage puppy love....

  • @cosmos5623
    @cosmos5623 Рік тому +313

    A woman with experience, she looks out for the red flags. Superb acting, storyline and production. Kudos team!

    • @heythave
      @heythave Рік тому +29

      Her previous husband was probably a gambler.

    • @Traveleatrepeat.240
      @Traveleatrepeat.240 Рік тому +1

      Absolutely true...

    • @rachelsclassESLEnglishvideos
      @rachelsclassESLEnglishvideos Рік тому +15

      She shouldn’t kiss him. It gives him the wrong impression

    • @morriselee
      @morriselee Рік тому +36

      Red flag #1: pissed on the toilet cover and did not flush!

    • @sinikkatress6452
      @sinikkatress6452 Рік тому +11

      I absolutely can understand her....me myself would never marry again......she did the right decision, but I never would kissed him, because she refused him.

  • @readingwithme2023
    @readingwithme2023 2 роки тому +445

    The ending is so touching. Pau's brave love help Kee grow. Kee learned to accept without sacrificing herself. Kee gave Paul confidence back as her gift. Kee accepted Hua, they danced together. Daughter accepted mom. So good a short movie. Deserves applause to all the artists!

    • @toixcchicken4019
      @toixcchicken4019 2 роки тому +3

      Their acting, and the dialogue.......so much better than Channel 5 drama stuff.

    • @adminadmin3649
      @adminadmin3649 Рік тому +12

      She did not accept him

    • @maryd3779
      @maryd3779 Рік тому +3

      And u feel a need to be either a spoiler alert or interpreter,…why?

    • @adminadmin3649
      @adminadmin3649 Рік тому

      @@maryd3779Then do u think she accept him or did not?

    • @pingteo6104
      @pingteo6104 Рік тому +29

      @@adminadmin3649 She ‘accepted his feelings’ as in she was grateful for them and thanked him with the kiss. But she did not accept his offer to be a couple. There is more than one layer at play.

  • @Sokx41
    @Sokx41 Рік тому +39

    As an old geezer, I prefer these dramas with older people, and as older people as the key players (or actors). I found my true love at age 48, now 38 years ago.

    • @Sokx41
      @Sokx41 Рік тому +2

      no, 34 years ago.

    • @cscallender8116
      @cscallender8116 3 місяці тому +1

      Good for you. There is hope for me yet! I am 45

    • @aguiapedagoga
      @aguiapedagoga 4 дні тому

      @@cscallender8116 Yes there is hope! I'm 51 and still waiting. Good luck! God blesses

  • @chuencainseow5786
    @chuencainseow5786 2 роки тому +135

    No pretense, just natural expression seasoned with so much local SG culture.. This drama speaks so dearly to the hearts of 40s, 50s and above... when love, feeling are mixed with practical considerations complicated by one's own life experiences. Good 30 minutes!

  • @sw2444
    @sw2444 3 дні тому +1

    The way they speak is so natural. Unlike the other productions that tried so hard for perfect pin yin.

  • @hooverdam7227
    @hooverdam7227 Рік тому +319

    Well done, well cast, excellent theme, with unexpected ending. But Kee, who wants to have a relationship realizes that Pao, has the same annoying characteristics that her husband had and which led to the divorce. Besides, Pao was a slob. Wrong bread delivered, had accident with the delivery truck, and the pee on all over the toilet. Her controlling habits would not stand for her getting into the same situation again. She made the offer of friendship, but Pao did not want to just be friends. She made the right decision. UA-cam suggested this to me, I had no intention of watching it, but glad I did.

    • @heythave
      @heythave Рік тому +21

      A guy like Pao in real life should be able to learn something from this story.

    • @carollai7056
      @carollai7056 Рік тому +45

      Agreed. She's already raised 2 kids and at this point in her life, she doesn't need one more.

    • @suebowman7258
      @suebowman7258 Рік тому +2

      Well said.

    • @yummemys4608
      @yummemys4608 Рік тому +31

      Exactly. Just because a man gives you attention doesn't mean he's an ideal partner. Already so old and still like a kid. I'd run a mile🤣🤣🤣

    • @DivyaJoan
      @DivyaJoan Рік тому +20

      Also, when he tries to get the toy for her...repeatedly trying. Her face shows the disappointment...maybe a hint of gambling...I don't know. She says "don't waste money" and he says "I can get it, just one more time, almost there..."

  • @frequency12
    @frequency12 2 роки тому +257

    It was an awesome production. Authentic, nostalgic, great story and casting! I was hoping both of them could be together. Apparently they liked each other but Ah Kee had a lot more concerns since her divorce. She is thinking if her children are going to accept her new relationship, whether she is able to embrace his imperfections (e.g. His toilet habits, possible 'gambling' habits). She didn't want to hurt Ah Bao and herself again. She expressed her love through the kiss but she chose not to progress further. That was a sad ending. Hopefully there is a part 2 to this story. I do want them to be together :(

    • @phoebe9412
      @phoebe9412 2 роки тому +40

      Maybe it is best to leave it the ending like that...

    • @CookieMuncherz
      @CookieMuncherz 2 роки тому +15

      I had thought his 'toilet habits' were due to this disabling injuries tho lol

    • @frequency12
      @frequency12 2 роки тому +22

      @Edsel His 'toilet habits' could be real because I do have a few personal encounters with people who don't flush and leave lots of pee stain after use (even without disabilities). Ah Kee has chosen to stay mum instead of asking anything about his possible habits.

    • @lisawong9888
      @lisawong9888 Рік тому +16

      And at this age, Kee probably doesn't want to go through potty training for a grown man's toilet anymore. Plus, he's the cincai type and likely to take that attitude in most things.

    • @MyFirstHandle
      @MyFirstHandle Рік тому +5

      Being 50 years old and in love must be tough. Or maybe she doesn't want to get divorced again because of her aggressive behavior? She couldn't accept herself to be in a relationship again because of her bad behavior?

  • @tricialow217
    @tricialow217 2 роки тому +51

    很喜歡女主很清醒,理智。和少年人不一樣。50歲了,怎麼可以任性,想愛就愛。她知道相愛和相處不一樣。不如就讓這份感情停在最初,最純粹的時刻。那個吻,雖淺,卻是最深情和完美的句號。

    • @keepgoing335
      @keepgoing335 2 роки тому +9

      说的真好。她的吻也给了男主继续寻找爱情的希望和勇气

    • @Aki-yn4pg
      @Aki-yn4pg Рік тому +4

      五十岁的女性也该是觉悟了,她知道她想要的是什么,该接受的就接受,不该的趁早放弃,长痛不如短痛。说实话,要找一个完美的伴侣,是不可能的,因为自己也不是完美的。有时候不是对方需要做出改变,而是自己。多包容少伤害才是真正能维持之间的感情。

  • @estrela3889
    @estrela3889 Рік тому +4

    This is really so unexpected! What a story! Truthful, essential!!!! What a strong female character, we need more of those! Young women need more such examples! A great cast as well! Wonderfully played!!!

  • @isaacbasil
    @isaacbasil Рік тому +73

    Just what we need in these times. Authentic storytelling, natural acting, relatable local context. 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @YummYakitori
    @YummYakitori 2 роки тому +32

    Not going to lie, this is way better acting than Mediacorp nowadays hahah

  • @tangerinebreath
    @tangerinebreath 2 роки тому +192

    The script, acting and directing is great here, it felt so slice of life! Every single actor (including all the supporting roles) did fantastic and I loved that it was filmed in Hokkien. I felt it inside when things started to take a turn downwards in this film, but what a magical journey of could-have-been.

  • @suzilahlah
    @suzilahlah Рік тому +20

    This was so cool. Spot on with how she observed all the red flags (her red flags). Some of us don’t do that when we’re younger. Something has to be said about how when we are older, we no longer throw caution to the wind. Sometimes, sadly, it is better to be alone.

  • @r3dr3drose
    @r3dr3drose 2 роки тому +47

    This is disgustingly good. HOW DARE YOU GUYS MAKE THIS?! SOOO GOOD.

  • @gretatudeg4877
    @gretatudeg4877 Рік тому +2

    OMG I love this movie. Sometimes so difficult to "like" but so true to life! So much turned on a dirty toilet bowl! How wonderfully the main characters acted, and how open their honesty was as they sat on the steps of the apartmebt building (what a fantastically composed shot, BTW). I so appreciated how each and every minor character in the film also had a distinct personality! Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! A perfect film...

  • @donorTrumpet
    @donorTrumpet Рік тому +11

    This is true Singaporean film, every scene and dialogue is so real, much better than the media corp crap.

  • @ckglad
    @ckglad Рік тому +2

    This is so charming. Being 67 and divorced at 50, I know that some are willing to take a chance and love again, some are not. I'm closest to it now that it's just be begun. Only time knows.

  • @cath7099
    @cath7099 Рік тому +41

    I am 50 and i still want to fall inlove again someday 🥰

    • @ameliasaikai
      @ameliasaikai Рік тому +4

      wishing you the best! 🥰

    • @ericloo6576
      @ericloo6576 Рік тому +3

      My former schoolmate who's 52 got married and had a child with a Vietnamese woman.

    • @advocateannlegal4948
      @advocateannlegal4948 Рік тому +1

      God bless

    • @sneat2028
      @sneat2028 5 днів тому

      ​@@ericloo6576it doesn't matter if she's Vietnamese.

  • @蔡偉隆-b9s
    @蔡偉隆-b9s 2 роки тому +38

    As a Taiwanese, I can understand what they are speaking. Which is so happy. Feel Singaporean and Taiwanese are close.

    • @wenshan9101
      @wenshan9101 Рік тому +1

      Descendants of the dragon, we are one family!

    • @ericloo6576
      @ericloo6576 Рік тому +1

      Unfortunately, their political party wanted to eliminate this language/dialect (Hokkien) and replaced it with Mandarin since 1979.

    • @2dhoes03
      @2dhoes03 Рік тому +1

      I'm Chinese and i can't understand shit lol 😅

  • @kennethong9136
    @kennethong9136 Рік тому +26

    All the cast are so natural. It really feels like just videoing an actual day of any coffee shop in Singapore.

  • @allanpua3742
    @allanpua3742 Рік тому +11

    Still amazed at how Singaporean and Philippine Hokkien are still mutually intelligible, despite the marked difference in accents. Great movie!!!

  • @QAsession
    @QAsession Рік тому +113

    This was very realistic.
    The unflushed toilet and pee on the toilet seat brought her back to reality.
    You can not be raising an adult and potty train your spouse...who has time for that?
    Thank you for the realistic short film.

    • @laurarominger2073
      @laurarominger2073 Рік тому +4

      Honestly? You tell the guy put the seat up! Flush! That’s an easy problem to solve. Passive aggressiveness and cheating? Yeah those aren’t so easy.

    • @karjeecheng9024
      @karjeecheng9024 11 місяців тому +3

      ​@@laurarominger2073nope, not easy to solve at all! My father never did learnt to do that!

  • @nigelsheppard625
    @nigelsheppard625 Рік тому +5

    Thank you, a film in Singaporean Hokkien. I've waited all my life for this.

  • @richiemochi
    @richiemochi Рік тому +27

    This 30 min short film is well done. Its like my current situation at 40 years old with no wife and children either. Made me tear up when he said he was so unlucky throughout his life. I only had one serious relationship for 9 years and the person cheated on me. Crazy how life is.

    • @tliew5710
      @tliew5710 Рік тому +8

      Don’t give up ! Accept and good luck 🍀 will come to you

    • @mangoyacho
      @mangoyacho Рік тому

      Sorry to hear that. Perhaps you dodged a bullet... 9 years

    • @heythave
      @heythave Рік тому +4

      I’m sorry that that person cheated on you. Keep looking. Take some pointers from this film though. Do some self inventory. Do you have a habit like spraying the toilet when you pee like the guy in the film (or an equivalent habit) that totally could turn a lot of people off? Work on that while you keep looking.

    • @tanfrederika2123
      @tanfrederika2123 Рік тому

      Today is 7.7.2023. (7)
      Believe in luck!!!

    • @laurarominger2073
      @laurarominger2073 Рік тому +3

      I met my true love at age 49. We’ve been married 9 years now. It’s never too late ❤

  • @zennt6930
    @zennt6930 2 роки тому +60

    Initially thought I won’t like it, but this is so realistic, some parts are sad but some parts are so sweet. The cast is amazing.

  • @Mattimias
    @Mattimias 2 роки тому +105

    I really love this - the quiet between each piece of dialogue speaks more than words could ever say, and the timing is impeccable! There is no rush and no dawdling. The pacing is musical; just a gentle, steady stream of scenes and the silence between the beats.

  • @ЖеняМальцева-т8д
    @ЖеняМальцева-т8д Рік тому +19

    Almost in tears. So many feelings in 30 minutes. I like the actors, such bright characters, and so real. Awesome!

    • @laurarominger2073
      @laurarominger2073 Рік тому

      I cried and I’m not sure why. I guess I wanted them to end up together. I found true love at age 49. Was married previously but did not find real love until then. The daughter comforting her mom got to me, too. My daughter does not have empathy. Anyway great short.

  • @nofbformeno8414
    @nofbformeno8414 Рік тому +16

    The acting from the entire cast is so good!! It's just so natural! They should be getting acting awards! Best Actor and Best Actress awards to the two main characters! So so much better acting than some well known actors in the local scene. BRAVO!!!🎉

  • @xxWidex
    @xxWidex 2 роки тому +69

    I bet the lady's main love language is act of service while the guy's language is words of affirmation or gifts.

  • @alvinmichael4970
    @alvinmichael4970 2 роки тому +86

    When u are older, it is very difficult to fall in love n have romance anymore....there are so many concerns n worries n the heart is too old to flutter...so sad

    • @mascarenhas9624
      @mascarenhas9624 Рік тому +16

      I don't think you never know what is love, sorry,😢 but love is giving and refining the recibing it have nothing to do with age.
      Peace

    • @beautifulflowerlove
      @beautifulflowerlove Рік тому +11

      Relax and laugh together...easier than you think🤗

    • @MsOoxinjie
      @MsOoxinjie Рік тому +8

      Need to beware of scammers too

    • @5877user
      @5877user Рік тому +2

      Yes. Women alone especially need to be careful. There are always people watching you.
      In this video, her natural facial expression looks sad and depressed and she’s only pretty when she smiles.
      At 73, I’m blessed that my relaxed facial expression is calmer and pleasant.

    • @blu3j00Ls
      @blu3j00Ls Рік тому +1

      @@5877user uhm. Ok.

  • @jeneuweenlaf948
    @jeneuweenlaf948 2 роки тому +22

    Feels like I'm a fly on the wall watching an authentic exchange between 2 people, both trying to reach for a connection with the other. Touched. Made me drop a tear, can't believe it.

  • @lucilletorres5989
    @lucilletorres5989 Рік тому +13

    So glad my romance at 52 is STILL blooming
    One must be brave and sincere

  • @rodericksia
    @rodericksia 2 роки тому +14

    I've to say... the standard of this film is great. Great acting, simple plot yet able to keep me watching it till the end with decent pacing, not too fast or draggy. 5/5 . man are those actors professionals? they're real good.

  • @ahkl77
    @ahkl77 2 роки тому +31

    Please submit this wonderful production to 2023 short film festivals worldwide. Never know if you never try, got to be in it to win 🏆

  • @jwa7241
    @jwa7241 Рік тому +6

    Watching from the Philippines! Thoroughly enjoyed this. it's rare to see Hookien dramas even in Singapore. I was actually cheering for Kee when she said they should remain friends then was disappointed when she went for a kiss.

  • @cowman76
    @cowman76 2 роки тому +277

    This is just so heart warming. Feels so authentic! Did OGS came out with short films previously? Love this. The story , cast and the dialogue is great Wonderful story telling. Really well done! Thank you for the film

    • @OGS.Official
      @OGS.Official  2 роки тому +41

      Thank you for your support! 😊
      This film is part of our Short Film Showcase to highlight the work of our local filmmakers.
      We have a playlist with other short films we’ve featured and one which we produced ourselves. You can check it out here!
      ua-cam.com/play/PLGojKgEnSjGxa1s6Xd7cLFjK_pAgMXG-0.html

  • @zixianghuang7563
    @zixianghuang7563 Рік тому +42

    The toilet seat scene is such a simple yet clever idea. Love the ending too. Can't wait to see more work from the director.

    • @onn88
      @onn88 Рік тому +2

      I don't get it

    • @SongMangosteen
      @SongMangosteen Рік тому +41

      @@onn88 When he used the toilet he made a mess and didn't clean it up, and didn't even flush. It shows he is careless and untidy (also immature), and she knew she really didn't want to be in a relationship with someone like that. She had already said that she can be "controlling" at home, too, so I guess this made it even worse for her. His immature side also showed when he couldn't control himself to stop playing the game to win the toy.

    • @tqrtre36-cf0
      @tqrtre36-cf0 Рік тому +23

      Yep. She saw the mess he left after using the toilet & made the wise decision not to hv a lifetime relationship with ah po. Only a fool thinks he/she can change another’s thinking, behaviour n mannerisms.

    • @jeromehenry4484
      @jeromehenry4484 Рік тому +10

      @@SongMangosteen It didn't cross his mind that teddy bears are for small children, not a grown woman in her 50's. Having his little tantrum when he didn't get his way (throwing down his crutches) was the final straw. She did give his one last chance with the kiss, but there just was no spark.

    • @pingteo6104
      @pingteo6104 Рік тому +20

      @@jeromehenry4484 The kiss wasn’t a last chance, it was meant as a ‘thank you but goodbye’ gift.

  • @thaddddeee5355
    @thaddddeee5355 2 роки тому +35

    OMG. The dialogue and actors/actresses are all so on point. Everyone deserves the right to love and be loved.

  • @ellimsg
    @ellimsg Рік тому +11

    Brief 30 minutes of impeccable production. Didn't realise that emotions can be captured with such cryptic dialogue and facial expressions until I watched the entire film. Superb dialogue and direction!

  • @Puuuurrrr
    @Puuuurrrr Рік тому +10

    Aiyoooo this is so cute. When cat personality and labrador personality get together. I have faith again in local media. Give them the budget they deserve rather than another instalment of watching sg ppl go to army please n thanks
    Edit: just finished watching WE NEED AN EPISODE TWO TT

  • @keemarotichai
    @keemarotichai Рік тому +7

    million times better than the fake acting put up by mediacorps actors, this was so raw and real acting, loved it, the song at then end brought back many childhood memories from the 90s. thank you!!

  • @keepgoing335
    @keepgoing335 2 роки тому +32

    The parting gift that Kee gave Po and what she said to him was just what was needed to keep him from being discouraged. I can totally believe Po and Kee's actions, motivations and the dialogue bw them. I like that the film trusts the actors to deliver convincing performances and the audience to understand the story without too much expository dialogue. And 城里的月光 really brought back memories of Tofu Street, which also had a bittersweet and memorable ending.

    • @pingteo6104
      @pingteo6104 Рік тому +1

      The song matched the film very well. Nightfall = their phase in life. And the innermost thoughts/reflection that only come to us in the still of the night.

    • @keepgoing335
      @keepgoing335 Рік тому +2

      @@pingteo6104 it's interesting the concept that the flow of time over single day parallels the course of a person's life. morning = beginning of life, when there's lots of hope and anticipation of what the day will bring. afternoon = midlife, when the sun is beating down and it gets hot and uncomfortable and the pressure builds to get as much done as possible before the end of the day like how life gets challenging and hectic. and when nighttime/later life comes around, everything slows down. but a part of the youth still remains in the old body, so even seniors can fall in love in the autumn of life

    • @FlyFreely8272
      @FlyFreely8272 Рік тому +1

      ​@@keepgoing335 Very well said.💛 A journey through the day (life).

    • @unique9974
      @unique9974 Рік тому +1

      Oh ya tofu Street soundtrack....I can't remember where I heard that song

    • @sweetcandysugaarmy8480
      @sweetcandysugaarmy8480 4 місяці тому +1

      ​@@unique9974 Except that the Tofu Street's theme song is sung in Mandarin. This version is sung in Cantonese, and have a slightly different meaning in the lyrics.

  • @ericbanes04
    @ericbanes04 Рік тому +13

    Im a Filipino. I love the shortfilm’s pathos and tragedy. The short film made me miss SG more. Great work!

  • @abc-pz6xp
    @abc-pz6xp 2 роки тому +104

    Beautiful Film. The emotions are so raw and the local culture of SG is so wonderfully captured. Great Job OGS & Casts!

    • @OGS.Official
      @OGS.Official  2 роки тому +11

      We’re glad you enjoyed it but OGS didn’t directly produce this!
      Love At Fifty was directed by Tan Wei Ting and made possible with a talented team of local cast and crew.
      The film is featured under our Short Film Showcase lineup to shine light on Singaporean filmmakers 🥳

  • @alma574
    @alma574 Рік тому +21

    Wow...didn't realize the impact this film had on me until a minute after it was done and I had this emotion welling up inside me. Had me tearing up (I don't want to admit that I wanted to burst out crying) as I started to clean up. Understated, yet powerful acting. Well done!

    • @pingteo6104
      @pingteo6104 Рік тому +4

      We feel for Kee cos she had to choose between her feelings and realistic obstacles 😔

    • @FlyFreely8272
      @FlyFreely8272 Рік тому +2

      I was on edge waiting for her decision and hoping for her to make the best decision for herself. She made a great choice. After he threw down the crutches and she turned back the tension was intense.🚩 Very well scripted and acted😁.

    • @laurarominger2073
      @laurarominger2073 Рік тому

      I cried too. Came from nowhere ❤

  • @shiokness
    @shiokness Рік тому +48

    The characters are so real, so believable. They are everyday people like us. Ah Kee, Ah Po, even Uncle Tong is so well portrayed.
    The dialogue is so authentic, I believe the actors improvised the speech to bring out the context.
    Ah Po didnt say he was very happy that night. Nor did he say the night was kind to him. He said that night that he spent with her was the happiest in his entire 50+ years of existence.
    At 26:40, her voice broke. And my heart broke too. That was a stab to my heart.
    This is the best film I have seen in a long while. Better than those Marvel films.

  • @bettywhitelouie1868
    @bettywhitelouie1868 Рік тому +3

    😊what a cute short story line, Kee was strong confident and very stubborn after having a bad marriage she chose to be alone because of her controlling issues which she couldn't communicate well with her mate, as for Pao he should have been strong enough and patience to work through the issues she saw wrong with him. 😊

  • @2CheekyRabbits
    @2CheekyRabbits Рік тому +41

    I haven’t been to a cinema in years and gave up Netflix, etc. This short was a *treasure* ❤️🙏❤️ So glad I decided to watch it! Very touching.

    • @pingteo6104
      @pingteo6104 Рік тому +2

      Watch short films, they are usually of much better quality.

  • @JL..
    @JL.. 2 роки тому +15

    Rather than Love at 50, my heart fluttered at the thought of Dream at 50
    Their acting is great and with the industry being so small in Singapore, opportunities for actors of their age must be even lesser
    Thanks to the director for this great short film and bringing out good local talents as well as local stories

  • @nareshdev4119
    @nareshdev4119 Рік тому +15

    Nice movie, much better than 3-hour stuff. Powerful story. Why can't seniors be in a relationship? What's wrong if two seniors find soalce in each other's company? Senior love and intimacy has its own charm of deference and dignity, with sensuousness. Well played and directed script. A great lesson and beginning for a society.

    • @pingteo6104
      @pingteo6104 Рік тому +1

      I was so comforted that her daughter understood her.

    • @heythave
      @heythave Рік тому

      There’s nothing wrong with it. Why would you have to bring the question up?

    • @bear44444
      @bear44444 Рік тому +3

      seniors do get in relationships maybe not in asia but in Europe its common

    • @nareshdev4119
      @nareshdev4119 Рік тому +1

      @@bear44444 I agree with you. Thanks.

  • @NgeeKey
    @NgeeKey 2 роки тому +17

    This is definitely a classic short film, so much better, so natural, so authentic

  • @quwern
    @quwern Рік тому +1

    How every character has been so authentic just blows me away 😮

  • @joperc
    @joperc Рік тому +3

    I'm 50 and i'm still single watching this now 😥 good short film, thank you.

  • @allank6261
    @allank6261 Рік тому +3

    I click and watching until finish. Even i dunno why i watch this. Lol... But when i watch this I'm laughing and my eyes watering... I hope everyone in this situation can happy too. Amen. And I pray i can find someone 2... Soon. Amen 🙏😁❤️❤️❤️ God bless You all 🙏

  • @Alora3110
    @Alora3110 2 роки тому +4

    OGS is probably the only legit content creator in sg. the only media company with true value !

  • @jeremywong3898
    @jeremywong3898 2 роки тому +7

    If this kind of quality of short films is on tv, i wouldn't mind watching tv once again in a long time

  • @Sophiamsso
    @Sophiamsso 2 роки тому +13

    An excellent heartwarming, heartland grounded production. Having the protagonists speaking in local dialect instead of Mandarin make the film more endearing .... casting, acting, scripting, song, cinematography are all apt and authentic ... Keep up the great filming!

  • @emorysumi
    @emorysumi Рік тому +4

    This is stunning. Incredible amount of emotions delivered in such a non-sentimental manner. Fantastic writing, acting, cinematography and set design.

  • @lmak-rf9fn
    @lmak-rf9fn Рік тому +2

    When the dude described how he wound up single is what happened to me... I have never ever heard anyone speak THAT truth. Wowzers.

  • @leathebenjs1296
    @leathebenjs1296 Рік тому +3

    First, watch it guys if it come in your recommendation! Worth every seconds! 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️
    So it's came in my recommendation often, but since i'm in moving on from a letting go the past live so I try to avoid this, like hence every romance serial and movies out there! 😅 But I don't know why today I watch this and I couldn't be thankful enough. It's so few movies and serial that makes my feel thankful after watching it.
    This one of that drama of a complex stories but yet able to presented in a simple sweet way.
    This one of that drama that doesn't need to have those full ray of sunshine, flowery road, a flowing wind of dress, and a sweet moments but yet able to be a heartwarming movie.
    Just in 20+ mins able to captured a lot, about a wise but also a guarded woman.
    So kudos for the casts, my one of the best so far! The director and the writer for making the perfect, able to captured and presented layer of stories in just 20 mins. A big praise the cinematography director for completing the perfection with giving us the beauty of a simple everyday busy tough life.
    Subscribing!

  • @pt4822
    @pt4822 Рік тому +1

    The dialect sure brought back some good memories. Very well done in all levels. The Mavis song in the end was a nice touch.

  • @timourkh
    @timourkh Рік тому +3

    didn't want this film to end. brilliant

  • @foodielovetoeat8484
    @foodielovetoeat8484 2 роки тому +5

    This is an excellent short film- all actors & actresses are so good. Authentic to the core, touching and made me cry. This is so Singaporean, speaking in Hokkien made it even more authentic….i love it!

  • @sherry3418
    @sherry3418 2 роки тому +19

    This is so authentic and real!! Thankful for UA-cam for recommending me. I’d love to see more of such films ❤

  • @1bernesedog
    @1bernesedog Рік тому +6

    Omg my tears just flowed uncontrollably at the ending 😭

  • @yokeyyuen
    @yokeyyuen 2 роки тому +5

    Love the authenticity of this film. Wish they really ended up together. There is still a chance in love life after 50. Great work, definitely not predictable and actors are so real. 👏👏👏

  • @wengpiew
    @wengpiew 2 роки тому +21

    Absoletly love this short film! Poignant, moving, topped up with great acting! So good I am going to watch it over and over again!

  • @charlesm8529
    @charlesm8529 Рік тому +4

    Already in the first 15secs of this entire short, it's totally relatable in actual day to day local life and dialogue than decades of that superficial nonsense on official channels

  • @richieh.7721
    @richieh.7721 2 роки тому +7

    很好看!不需要太多的对话,一切都在演员的精湛演技中述说着,委婉且缠绵,真实且写实性强的故事。饰演阿枝和阿宝的演员很棒!超喜欢!是我所看过,最能触动人心的影片之一!

  • @toddhampton9212
    @toddhampton9212 Рік тому +4

    This is a great short film. Sweet without being over sentimental. Both character are likeable but not saints. The ending was realistic yet still hopeful. I'm glad I watched it. Salute!

  • @christopherqchin4319
    @christopherqchin4319 2 роки тому +3

    It is morning and coffee. With this love story at 50. Worth the time watching this! Fantastic acting

  • @ellisontan7397
    @ellisontan7397 2 роки тому +7

    I'm a simp for Tan Wei Ting!!!!!! Thank you OGS for featuring this on your platform!

  • @tidursini
    @tidursini 2 роки тому +6

    If Channel 8 can churn out similar quality like this I will watch every day…

  • @justinatan8031
    @justinatan8031 2 роки тому +8

    I feel like I went back in time to see how my parents fall in love. Thank you for the wonderful production !

  • @MrPearlinegohsl
    @MrPearlinegohsl 2 роки тому +26

    So heart warming film! Actors and Actress are so natural in their conversation and acting. looking forward to support more of their short films. Happy Valentine's Day to everyone

  • @damiantay4181
    @damiantay4181 2 роки тому +34

    Beautiful. So authentic, both the script and acting. Please we need a Part 2.

  • @adhiantos
    @adhiantos 2 роки тому +26

    Not the ending I was hoping for but this is a deeply beautiful film. The cast and script is amazing, so do the cinematography too! Love the ending scene although it's really sad :'(

  • @germsaka
    @germsaka Рік тому +9

    I cried so much. I think Ah Kee is just too afraid to fall in love and I was hoping to see that she would take that leap of faith but unfortunately that never happened :( such is the reality of life and people..

    • @pingteo6104
      @pingteo6104 Рік тому +4

      She’s tired. It would take too much from her to learn to tolerate another person’s habits again (shown with the toilet seat)

    • @heythave
      @heythave Рік тому +7

      Yes, she’s not afraid. She’s got too much experience to know that she doesn’t want to put up with what comes with the whole person.

  • @GoddessOfWhine
    @GoddessOfWhine Рік тому +5

    Congrats for making such an enjoyable short film! I loved it. The pacing of the film was just right without it being the typical extremely slow pacing which some pretentious indie films are known for. To able to make people connect with the characters in half an hour is no easy feat and you did it so effortlessly. Kudos to your production team as well. Sourcing for talents, locations, scripting writing, music composition, editing and the whole production coordination is no walk in the park. SPOILER ALERT! I was initially upset that the romance didn't blossom with Kee and Ah Pao. Upon reflection I now feel that the ending was perfect as is. That's how life is, right? Not everything pans out and art should imitate life.

  • @bugder
    @bugder Рік тому +11

    So moved by the sincerity and honesty of the characters portrayed. So tender and close to the heart are the twists of life expressed in this condensed yet very potent story. Excellent job 👏👏🎬🎬👏👏

  • @dovespaniel
    @dovespaniel 2 роки тому +9

    Omg what a lovely take on something so simple yet touched my heart. Well done to the makers of this film. I love it.

  • @MisanthropicDuck
    @MisanthropicDuck 2 роки тому +32

    This film hit me right in the feels. Kudos to the crew and cast!

  • @fauzianalwoga
    @fauzianalwoga Рік тому

    More films like this should be made. Watching after losing my mom ever since last year 😢. She was very hardworking and beautiful like the lady in this film

  • @dailyvlogwillywilly
    @dailyvlogwillywilly 2 роки тому +12

    无意间观赏到这部视频,简单且温馨的故事。
    方言的对白,显得格外亲切。给制作组们一
    个大大的赞👍。

  • @HoloqKing
    @HoloqKing Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful film. I can see the soul of the characters through the screen. Outstanding.

  • @RajaPamungkas87
    @RajaPamungkas87 2 роки тому +18

    Great!! I am always admired Singaporean, on how they lived, they think. With this short movie, i can see many things abt Singapore.

  • @Chewybacca
    @Chewybacca 2 роки тому +49

    ENJOYED THIS THOROUGHLY OGS! A short film abt a pair of 50 year olds finding love in the heartlands; it resonates deeply watching it even as a 30 year old. Def gon send the link to my parents ☺️ More of such ace content please!

    • @maymei6742
      @maymei6742 2 роки тому

      Reality check , globally 85% that claimed falling in love in 50s mean catfished by Nigerians online and kissing goodbye to your life saving and your pension fund

  • @simpler3m3dy56
    @simpler3m3dy56 2 роки тому +9

    I'm only 1/3 of the way through, but it's so good! I'm not usually one for dramas or small-scale short films like these, but I'm so glad I gave this a chance. Please keep doing more!

  • @michaellok9918
    @michaellok9918 Рік тому +1

    Wao it touches me a lot ,both ah pao & Kee pls don’t be afraid to love ❤️. More movies like this please. 😊

  • @elle4470
    @elle4470 Рік тому +3

    sweetest love story. they picked the right actors

  • @JongGoh
    @JongGoh 2 роки тому +2

    What a pleasant surprise to stumble across this short film from Google algorithm, and it's free!

  • @kelvinlow4906
    @kelvinlow4906 2 роки тому +6

    Poignant storytelling, wonderful acting and precise direction... This short is an outstanding testament to the talent in our SG home team... Keep up the good work.

  • @afihaileywibowo1095
    @afihaileywibowo1095 Рік тому +2

    Seeing this, makes me miss living in Singapore, HDB, coffee shop, uncles, aunties

  • @thomastan1059
    @thomastan1059 2 роки тому +7

    Really appreciate making this local film. Good job. Hope there is more short film like this. Actor & actress are well trained there is a lot of feeling how they express themselves.

  • @serpentsforhair
    @serpentsforhair 2 роки тому +5

    Short and bittersweet. Made more of a lasting impression than any neo movie did.

  • @preussag
    @preussag 2 роки тому +12

    A lot of questions unanswered and that's life! Such a realistic short story where miracles don't happen overnight and love doesn't always erupt from a simple declaration.
    And I also love it that two middle-aged man/woman on the street - not some picture-perfect hot daddy/mum - kissed.