Jia-hao is a sassy Singaporean drag queen who, having experienced a tough childhood, barely sees his family. But when his father passes away, Jia-hao reluctantly returns home to help his brother care for their mother, Ju-hua, who has recently been diagnosed with dementia. As her condition worsens, the stage is set for a drama about caring and kinship that is both hilariously funny and profoundly moving. Director Ong Kuo Sin developed A Good Child after meeting drag performer Christopher Lim (Sammi Zhen) while researching his comedy Number 1. Lim’s real-life experiences formed the basis for this riveting, witty film that features knockout performances from a talented cast, headed by rising star Richie Koh, who is simply phenomenal in the lead role.
Festival 2026
A Good Child (UK Premiere) (好孩子)
Singapore, 2025
Directed by
Ong Kuo Sin
Ong Kuo Sin
Running time
105 mins
105 mins
Tickets
9 May 2026, 4:00 PM
Past Event
ICA
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Director Bio
Ong Kuo Sin is a prominent Singaporean director and scriptwriter known for his films that reflect Singaporean identity and societal aspirations. His Golden Horse Award-nominated film “Number 1” exemplifies his dedication to telling local stories. It explores themes ranging from taboo societal issues to the struggles of the common man.
Kuo Sin has also made significant contributions to Singaporean television, serving as Executive Producer for long-running dramas like “Tanglin” and “KIN”. His recent projects includes the 2022 Singapore-China (iQIYI) co-produced Lunar New Year film “Reunion Dinner” and the 2025 heartfelt anthology film celebrating Singapore’s 60th year of independence “Kopitiam Days”.