Screening
Youth Category Finalist
LIFE / CHESS
Au Man-chak Anthony
B&W / 1' 00"/ In Cantonese with Chinese and English subtitles
Derick is a Form 6 student who should start planning his future. He seems optimistic at first, but the expectations from everyone around him start bringing him pressure which makes him doubt about himself…
Artist’s Statement
Young people are bounded by numerous social stereotypes. They tend to follow social standards while putting their childhood aspirations and interests behind. They move along the majority, while burying their true self forever. In the game of chess named “life”, would you feel satisfied with the next step you take?
