Perth: The Geylang Massacre

Perth: The Geylang Massacre

the dream of a simple man

2004 · 106 min · ★ 4.2 · Drama, Thriller, Crime

Perth is the journey into the heart of Harry Lee, a 51-year-old part-time security guard and taxi driver. He belongs to a redundant generation, eclipsed by a fast-paced, elitist society that is mesmerized with education and status. Harry desires to leave the antiseptic streets of Singapore for his paradise on earth in Western Australia. His attempt to migrate is complicated when he takes on a job ferrying prostitutes. This evokes painful memories from his past. When he takes an unhealthy interest in a Vietnamese prostitute, it awakens a dark and dangerous attempt at personal redemption. The film tackles an extremely topical issue of emigration in Singapore. It is peppered by denizens of the underbelly of Singapore society, reflecting the multicultural idiosyncrasies of a seemingly pristine city. More importantly, it is a personal journey of a flawed man in a society that does not tolerate failure...

Directed by Djinn · Written by Djinn

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Lim Kay Tong Harry Lee
Qiu Lian Liu Harry's Wife
Victory Selvam Selvaraja
Sunny Pang Angry Boy Lee
Timothy Nga Rich Young Wanker

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