Search Buddhist Channel
THIS Buddhist Film Festival 2014brings 16 films from 11 countries
The Buddhist Channel, July 31, 2014
Three debut Asian directors to attend THIS 2014
Singapore -- THIS Buddhist Film Festival 2014 (THIS 2014)will be held from 20 to 27 September. Three film directors from across Asia will be in Singapore for the festival, which is in its third edition.
Elsa Yang, Gunparwitt Phuwadolwisid and Geshe Thubten Jinpa, all of whom made their directorial debuts with films participating in the festival, will share their experiences with the audience during the week-long event.
My Mandala (Taiwan), Three Marks of Existence (Thailand) and 108 Yaks (Nepal) are among 16 films from 11 countries curated for the biennial film festival organised by Dharma in Action. 15 of these films will be screened for the first time in Singapore, including the first animated feature, Osamu Tezuka’sBuddha 2 (Japan),to make the festival’s list.
The line-up for this year’s festival are a medley of feature films, short films, animated features and documentaries exploring the historical, cultural, and social aspects of Buddhism through universal themes of mindfulness and compassion. The Opening FilmAvalokitesvara,is a feature film from China depicting a difficult time for Buddhism in the Tang dynasty. Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, the Buddhist embodiment of compassion and loving kindness, is one of the most iconic figuresin Chinese Buddhism. This film exemplifies the ideal of loving kindness, compassion and integrity in the face of overwhelming odds and difficulties in life.
THIS, which stands for “Thus Have I Seen”, is organised by Dharma In Action, a group of young Buddhist professionals in Singapore. Since its debut in 2009, the film festival’s objectiveis to inspire audiences to strive for the betterment of self and society in line with Buddhist Teachings and values.Building upon the warm reception of the two previous editions, the film festival seeks to continuously engage the audience with fresh perspectives. Approximately 100 films were reviewedbefore the final list of films was selected. To date, it has garnered a strong following within the Singapore Buddhist community as well as non-Buddhists who are keen to find out more about Buddhism.
“We are very honoured to have three of the film directors joining us for the third edition of THIS Buddhist Film Festival and greatly excited about the line-up, as it explores a wide range of themes ranging from life and death to faith, which will interest both Buddhists and non-Buddhists.In the Buddha’s time, He encouraged a spirit of open enquiry, and we believe that these films spark meaningful conversations in that same vein,” said Teo Puay Kim, chairman of THIS Buddhist Film Festival’s organising committee.
Tickets go on sale from today at SISTIC. For the full programme, please visit www.thisfilmfest.com.
Buddhist AI Chat Bot NORBU!
(Neural Operator for Responsible Buddhist Understanding)
For Malaysians and Singaporeans, please make your donation to the following account:
Account Name: Bodhi Vision
Account No:. 2122 00000 44661
Bank: RHB
The SWIFT/BIC code for RHB Bank Berhad is: RHBBMYKLXXX
Address: 11-15, Jalan SS 24/11, Taman Megah, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Phone: 603-9206 8118
Note: Please indicate your name in the payment slip. Thank you.
Dear Friends in the Dharma,
We seek your generous support to help us train NORBU, the word's first Buddhist AI Chat Bot.
Here are some ways you can contribute to this noble cause:
One-time Donation or Loan: A single contribution, regardless of its size, will go a long way in helping us reach our goal and make the Buddhist LLM a beacon of wisdom for all.
How will your donation / loan be used? Download the NORBU White Paper for details.
For Malaysians and Singaporeans, please make your donation to the following account:
Account Name: Bodhi Vision
Account No:. 2122 00000 44661
Bank: RHB
The SWIFT/BIC code for RHB Bank Berhad is: RHBBMYKLXXX
Address: 11-15, Jalan SS 24/11, Taman Megah, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Phone: 603-9206 8118
Note: Please indicate your purpose of payment (loan or donation) in the payment slip. Thank you.
Once payment is banked in, please send the payment slip via email to: editor@buddhistchannel.tv. Your donation/loan will be published and publicly acknowledged on the Buddhist Channel.
Spread the Word: Share this initiative with your friends, family and fellow Dharma enthusiasts. Join "Friends of Norbu" at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/norbuchatbot. Together, we can build a stronger community and create a positive impact on a global scale.
Volunteer: If you possess expertise in AI, natural language processing, Dharma knowledge in terms of Buddhist sutras in various languages or related fields, and wish to lend your skills, please contact us. Your knowledge and passion could be invaluable to our project's success.
Your support is part of a collective effort to preserve and disseminate the profound teachings of Buddhism. By contributing to the NORBU, you become a "virtual Bodhisattva" to make Buddhist wisdom more accessible to seekers worldwide.
Thank you for helping to make NORBU a wise and compassionate Buddhist Chatbot!
May you be blessed with inner peace and wisdom,
With deepest gratitude,
Kooi F. Lim
On behalf of The Buddhist Channel Team
Note: To date, we have received the following contributions for NORBU:
US$ 75 from Gary Gach (Loan)
US$ 50 from Chong Sim Keong
MYR 300 from Wilson Tee
MYR 500 from Lim Yan Pok
MYR 50 from Oon Yeoh
MYR 200 from Ooi Poh Tin
MYR 300 from Lai Swee Pin
MYR 100 from Ong Hooi Sian
MYR 1,000 from Fam Sin Nin
MYR 500 from Oh teik Bin
MYR 300 from Yeoh Ai Guat
MYR 300 from Yong Lily
MYR 50 from Bandar Utama Buddhist Society
MYR 1,000 from Chiam Swee Ann
MYR 1,000 from Lye Veei Chiew
MYR 1,000 from Por Yong Tong
MYR 80 from Lee Wai Yee
MYR 500 from Pek Chee Hen
MYR 300 from Hor Tuck Loon
MYR 1,000 from Wise Payments Malaysia Sdn Bhd
MYR 200 from Teo Yen Hua
MYR 500 from Ng Wee Keat
MYR 10,000 from Chang Quai Hung, Jackie (Loan)
MYR 10,000 from K. C. Lim & Agnes (Loan)
MYR 10,000 from Juin & Jooky Tan (Loan)
MYR 100 from Poh Boon Fong (on behalf of SXI Buddhist Students Society)
MYR 10,000 from Fam Shan-Shan (Loan)
MYR 10,000 from John Fam (Loan)
MYR 500 from Phang Cheng Kar
MYR 100 from Lee Suat Yee
MYR 500 from Teo Chwee Hoon (on behalf of Lai Siow Kee)
MYR 200 from Mak Yuen Chau
We express our deep gratitude for the support and generosity.
If you have any enquiries, please write to: editor@buddhistchannel.tv