The Algorithm (2021)
The Algorithm
Evan (played by Shawn Thia) and Sarah (played by Xenia Tan) enlist into the Institute of Sustainable Population, a governmental facility that assigns all conscripts a spouse as a drastic measure to increase the country’s population. They both hope to make the best out of their situations, albeit in polar opposite ways. Evan tries to game the system for his benefit, whereas Sarah works towards an honest living when their paths eventually cross - for the worse.
Director: Lim Seng Jueh
Runtime: 150 min
Release Date: June 15, 2021
Cast
- Xenia Tan - Sarah Tan
- Shawn Thia - Evan Lim
- Brenda Tan - Kimberly Chia
- Zhin Sadali - Muhammad Danial
- Marcus Mok - Officer Ryan
- Aaron Khaled - Muhammed Adam
- Eswari Gunasagar - Liz Gunasagar
- Brandon Kuah - Officer Ken
- Henry Heng - The Chairman
- Regina Lim - Jeraldine
Screenplay
- Joyce Yang (Script Consultant)
- Hafeez Harris (Script Consultant)
Cinematography: Bolin Chen
Editing: Linette Chen, Eric Chow
Production: TheSmartLocal
Country: Singapore
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Lim Seng Jueh
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Algorithm about?
- Evan (played by Shawn Thia) and Sarah (played by Xenia Tan) enlist into the Institute of Sustainable Population, a governmental facility that assigns all conscripts a spouse as a drastic measure to increase the country’s population. They both hope to make the best out of their situations, albeit in polar opposite ways. Evan tries to game the system for his benefit, whereas Sarah works towards an honest living when their paths eventually cross - for the worse.
- Who directed The Algorithm?
- The Algorithm was directed by Lim Seng Jueh.
- Who stars in The Algorithm?
- The Algorithm stars Xenia Tan, Shawn Thia, Brenda Tan, Zhin Sadali, Marcus Mok, Aaron Khaled.
- How long is The Algorithm?
- The Algorithm has a runtime of 2h 30m (150 minutes).
- Where was The Algorithm produced?
- The Algorithm was produced in Singapore.