Singapore’s Debut Wuxia Film 'The House on the Moon' Teases Clip

WHO:

Variety - Director Nelson Yeo is involved in the production of "The House on the Moon."

Variety - The film features a genre that was previously prominent in local television, with actors like Li Nanxing and Zhu Ming being associated with wuxia serials in Singapore.

WHAT:

Variety - "The House on the Moon" is described as Singapore's first wuxia feature film.

Variety - The film is set to compete in the Locarno Film Festival.

WHERE:

Variety - The film is being produced in Singapore.

WHEN:

Variety - "The House on the Moon" will debut at the Locarno Film Festival, which is scheduled for August 3-13, 2026.

WHY:

Variety - Nelson Yeo decided to "fully embrace" the wuxia genre to fill a gap in Singapore's film offerings.

HOW:

Variety - The film is described as a "lunar reimagining," indicating a creative approach to the wuxia genre.

(UPDATED August 4, 2026 15:32 UTC)

Director Nelson Yeo is currently working on "The House on the Moon," which is being produced in Singapore and is set to be Singapore's first wuxia feature film. The film, described as a "lunar reimagining," aims to fill a gap in the local film landscape and will feature actors known for their roles in wuxia serials, such as Li Nanxing and Zhu Ming. "The House on the Moon" is scheduled to debut at the Locarno Film Festival from August 3 to 13, 2026.