Ah Ma, a film that world-premiered at the 60th Cannes Film Festival, is a poignant story about a grandmother’s impending death and how a family copes with the harsh reality of losing a loved one. Beneath their awkward facade of bravery, we see adults break down in solitude, juxtaposed by the presence of solemn children at play with little comprehension of the concept of death.
DIRECTOR'S STATEMENT
Ah Ma is inspired by the passing of my grandmother in 2005. The film is based upon memories of the last few hours before Ah Ma finally goes. Ah Ma is a sensitive observation of the ways people react and deal with death and seeks to be an honest exploration of the human condition. This is not only a personal film as a director but aims for it to connect with anyone who has lost someone dear in their lives.
