Sean Baker and Michelle Yeoh's "Sandiwara" Set for Berlin Film Festival Premiere

Director Sean Baker and actor Michelle Yeoh have collaborated on a new film project titled "Sandiwara."

The film is scheduled to world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival later this month.

Self-Portrait Collaboration and Residency Program

"Sandiwara" is a unique collaboration with the London-based fashion house Self-Portrait. It marks the inaugural film from Self-Portrait's Residency program, an initiative designed to invite creatives to design using their distinctive style. The program provides essential infrastructure, platforms, resources, teams, and a distribution network to promote external creative works.

Film Details and Cultural Exploration

The film features Michelle Yeoh in five distinct roles and is set within the vibrant backdrop of a Malaysian night market. Its synopsis indicates an exploration of Malaysian culture through the unique stories of each character. The title “Sandiwara” is a Malay word meaning “drama, theatrical performance, or play,” and the film was shot on location in Penang, Malaysia.

Berlinale Screenings and Honors

A special screening of "Sandiwara" is scheduled to take place at the Berlin Film Festival on February 13. This event will be followed by a conversation with both Sean Baker and Michelle Yeoh.

Furthermore, Sean Baker is expected to present Michelle Yeoh with this year’s prestigious Honorary Golden Bear for Lifetime Achievement at the Berlinale’s opening ceremony on February 12. The Berlin Film Festival is slated to run from February 12 to 22.