HIFF Selects May: SILENT FRIEND
On the grounds of a medieval German university town looms an imposing Ginkgo biloba, a tree whose longevity stands in marked contrast to three intimate, human-scaled stories. In 1908, the university’s first female student gains admission into the prestigious botany department, confronting the sexism of both professors and peers. In 1972, amidst counterculture movements, a reserved student finds his attention captured by a fellow housemate and the geranium plant she studies. In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, a neuroscientist from Hong Kong secures the help of a renowned botanist for an experiment on the old ginkgo tree.
HIFF Selects is an exclusive benefit offered to the members of the HIFF Selects program. While we strive to accommodate as many members as possible each month, please know that access is not guaranteed. Screenings operate on a first-come, first-served basis and often reach capacity quickly.
To ensure fair access and the best experience for all of our members, please review the following guidelines:
Registration and Attendance:
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- If you register for a HIFF Selects screening, we ask that you only do so if you plan on attending.
- If your plans change and youʻre no longer able to attend, please cancel your tickets by emailing [email protected]
Waitlist:
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- Once a screening reaches capacity, members may join the waitlist. You will be notified via email if a ticket becomes available and must register in the allotted time to secure that ticket.
- You are welcome to join the screening in person and join the standby rush line at the theatre. Admission will be granted based on availability.
We appreciate your help in creating a fair and enjoyable experience for all of our members and guests.
Credits
Director(s):
Ildikó EnyediProducer(s):
Xie MengWriter(s):
Ildikó EnyediCast:
Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Léa Seydoux, Luna Wedler, Enzo Brumm, Sylvester Groth, Yun HuangIn-person
Consolidated Theatres Kahala
May 05
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