Getting Mental: Alaric stars in new 7-part miniseries about Mental Illness.
Arts Central together with Ochre Pictures have begun filming a new 7-part miniseries about mental illnesses. From Schizophrenia to Pseudocyesis (Phantom Pregnancies), from Depression to Extreme Rage, the series, titled Mental, will uncover the mysteries about mental illness and portray an honest perspective on the lives of these people who could otherwise be just like you and me.
Alaric Tay, Lim Kay Tong, Amy Cheng and Vernetta Lopez star in this
insightful drama. Mental airs in February 2008 on Arts Central.
Alaric Visits High Class Prostitute In New Movie.
Alaric is not complaining, especially since the prostitute is played by former Deal Or No Deal babe, Andrea Fonseka. At a press conference held yesterday, Alaric spoke candidly about his role in Director Michael Wang’s debut feature film, The Carrot Cake Conversations. “Daniel is a cynical Singaporean jaded by life after being in two failed marriages. When you first meet him in the movie, he is in bed with Ruth – played by Andrea. What a way to make an introduction!”
The story revolves around four central characters. A Trader (Alaric), a Prostitute (Andrea), a Hotelier (Adrian Pang) and a failed Hollywood Actress (played by Australian, Danielle O’Malley). In one night, they cross paths, share their hopes, dreams, fears, regrets, and a plate of carrot cake. And maybe at the end of it all, learn a lesson or two about life.
This is the second time Alaric is teaming up with Adrian Pang on a movie. The first time was 10 years ago on the set of Forever Fever.
The Carrot Cake Conversations begins principal photography in January 2008.
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Indie Filmmakers' Gathering: Moving Images turns 10!
The Substation Moving Images film programme celebrates 10 years of supporting local and independent film, and we're throwing a big open house-type party from 7 to 10 December. There will be film screenings, flea markets, chillout zones and talk shows over the weekend, and also The Best of First Take to end it off!
For starters, we would like to warmly invite you to our opening MI Anniversary Showcase, 8pm 7 Dec at The Substation Theatre where we will be premiering Jacen Tan's new film commemorating Singapore's indie film scene, a new short by Jeremy Sing, as well as some old favourite short films from the previous years. And yes, there will be food and drinks too! Please come join us!
Also, on 8 and 9 Dec we are having some booths up for grabs for anyone keen to sell movie memorabilia.
All activities are FREE!
"S'il Vous Plait, Vote Pour Moi!"
In other words, "Please, vote for me!". Those were the words uttered by Alaric last Friday night at the end of a Q&A session held at the Lyon Asian Film Festival. He had earlier introduced himself, and mentioned that he was in France to spread some Love from Singapore... all in French. To which, the French audience gave him a rousing applause filled with cheers and whistles. Alaric was in Lyon, France to represent 18 Grams of Love in the festival's feature film competition.
18 Grams of Love is a Media Development Authority (MDA) funded project, directed by award-winning comedy director Han Yew Kwang. It stars Alaric and Adam Chen as best friends who suspect their wives are having affairs. And so they embark on a love-letter writing spree to test each other's wives. Playing the victimised wives are fellow Fly Entertainment Artistes Yeo Yann Yann and Magdelene See. "The response at the festival was truly positive," says Alaric. "Someone even came up to me and thanked me for my work! She said the film put a smile on her face."
The film picked up 2 prizes at the festival - A Bronze Audience Choice award, and a Silver Young Jury Award. Now, even the filmmakers are smiling too!
Are you ready for The Noose?
Sit tight and get ready for this laugh-a-minute fest which pokes fun at the news. It is fronted by the riotously funny Gurmit Singh and Michelle Chong as newscasters Roy Terse and Adrianna Wow together with Chua Enlai and Alaric Tay as roving reporters. Irreverent, hilarious and totally outrageous. Don't miss The Noose from November 4, Sun, 10pm on Channel 5.
The AREA Series Is Back Again!
AREA 27 Will Feature New Instruments & New Female Vocalists! Another evening of great acoustic sounds is just around the corner. Area 27, the next episode in the Area series will boost an entertaining combination of covers and originals. The team heading this delightful evening are the duo called Remy & Esmond. They have been practicing hard not just together, but also with some of their lady friends who will be making special appearances.
“The ladies are a great addition to this year’s programme,” says Fly Entertainment Artiste, Alaric Tay, who is an avid supporter of the band. “Their angelic voices will blow you away!”
Making its debut at Area 27 is Little Tiger a.k.a Xiao Hu - a custom-made RFM 2108 guitar which will be played by Remy . Accompanying Little Tiger is Feng Zai - Esmond’s custom-made EHM 0909.
Area 27 will be held @ All About Eve: No 45, Haji Lane. Saturday,
18 August. 8pm. Admission is FREE.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALARIC!
And what a birthday celebration! The news started rolling in
like boulders off a cliff!
When We Were Bengs picked up three awards at the ReelHeART International Film Festival! They are Best Film in the Experimental Category, Best Sound, and Best Editing awards.
The wins were followed by more good news; the official invitations from three other film festivals came rolling in later in the day. Alaric is very happy to accept the invitation to participate as an Official Selection at the International Short Film Festival Detmold, Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival, and the HollyShorts Film Festival.
April 20, 2007
Bengs US premiere to be hosted by Asian American
Festival.
The Asian American International Film Festival has officially
invited When We Were Bengs to particpate in its 30th installment. The
festival has introduced many important Asian American and Asian artists
to New York audiences and has premiered the works of filmmakers such
as Stephen Chow, Lav Diaz, Marilou Diaz-Abaya, Arthur Dong, Michael
Kang, Eric Khoo, Kei Kumai, Miike Takashi, Mira Nair, Narushima Izuru,
Oxide Pang, Pang Ho-cheung, Park Chan-wook, SABU, Rea Tajiri, Johnnie
To, Tsui Hark, Wayne Wang, and Zhang Yang, as well as spotlighting films
by Oscar-winning artists Christine Choy, Keiko Ibi, Ang Lee, Steven
Okazaki, Chris Tashima, and Jessica Yu.
Director Alaric Tay is proud to accept the invitation on behalf of
his film. The festival takes place from July 19-28 in New York City.
April 6, 2007
Bengs get Reel!
We are proud to annouce that Alaric's short film When We Were
Bengs has been accepted into the Official Selection
of the ReelHeART International Film Festival. The film will be competing
in the Experimental Category as an international entry. The festival
takes place from June 18-23 in Toronto, Canada.
January 15, 2007
Three-In-One News!
This is the first time we are posting 3 pieces of news under
one heading. Having been offered roles in three TV projects, Alaric
is having a wonderful start to the new year! Here is what you can expect
to see in 2007:
Random Acts (aka Singapore Short Stories 3): Eight different stories. Eleven actors. The third instalment of this popular series boasts a stellar cast of great actors, who will be playing multiple characters throughout the eight episodes. The actors are Lim Kay Tong, Lim Kay Siu, Neo Swee Lin, Deanna Yusoff, Nicholas Lee, Vernetta Lopez, EJ Choi, Utt, Rosalind Pho, Debbie Wong and Alaric Tay. Airdate: Feb 9. Arts Central. 10pm
18 Grams of Love (aka Ai Qing Shi Ba Ke ): Alaric's second Mandarin project since his guest appearance in A Million Treasures. This time, he takes on the lead role as Magdalene See's suspicious husband. This hilarious telemovie is directed by Han Yew Kwang (Unarmed Combat). It will be aired on the new HD Trial Channel on March 28.
Bring Your Toothbrush 2: Hey Kids! Alaric makes a guest appearance in one of the episodes. Be sure to catch it when it airs on Kid's Central on March 10!
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