Traveller (1985)

A mockumentary on the phenomenon of Western backpackers travelling in Singapore and Southeast Asia during the 1980s. Featuring real interviews and interweaving staged sequences simulating a travel infomercial, the video offers a light-hearted look at the clash of cultures. The film was produced by Singaporean actor Choo Hoh Yim (better known as Zhu Houren) in 1983 when he had just returned to Singapore from Hong Kong, where he was a script supervisor. Choo was working as a social worker and had intended to test out his new filming equipment. With a colleague, they headed to the streets to capture some images that eventually evolved into the idea of making the documentary.

Director: Zhu Houren
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 21 min
Release Date:
Country: Singapore
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Parody and Spoof

Keywords

mockumentary

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Traveller about?
A mockumentary on the phenomenon of Western backpackers travelling in Singapore and Southeast Asia during the 1980s. Featuring real interviews and interweaving staged sequences simulating a travel infomercial, the video offers a light-hearted look at the clash of cultures. The film was produced by Singaporean actor Choo Hoh Yim (better known as Zhu Houren) in 1983 when he had just returned to Singapore from Hong Kong, where he was a script supervisor. Choo was working as a social worker and had intended to test out his new filming equipment. With a colleague, they headed to the streets to capture some images that eventually evolved into the idea of making the documentary.
Who directed Traveller?
Traveller was directed by Zhu Houren.
How long is Traveller?
Traveller has a runtime of 21m (21 minutes).
What genre is Traveller?
Traveller is a Comedy film.
Where was Traveller produced?
Traveller was produced in Singapore.
What are the themes of Traveller?
The themes of Traveller include: Parody and Spoof.