Ken Kwek

A bold provocateur of Singaporean cinema, Ken Kwek was born in Singapore in 1982 and began his directorial career in the early 2000s. Known for his work in drama, comedy, and thriller genres, he garnered international attention with films like "Unlucky Plaza" and "Sex.Violence.FamilyValues," the latter of which faced a temporary ban in his home country. Though Kwek's films have stirred controversy, they've also earned critical acclaim, with "Unlucky Plaza" opening the Singapore International Film Festival in 2014, marking the first time a local film had been given this honor. In his daring explorations of social taboos and unflinching satire, Kwek continually challenges the cinematic status quo, demonstrating an audacious spirit that permeates his work and leaves a lasting impression.