10s Across the Borders

Sze-Wei Chan’s soulful documentary takes a deep dive into Southeast Asian ballroom culture.

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Credits

  • Director

    Sze-Wei Chan

  • Screenwriters

    Aurora Sun Labeija, Sze-Wei Chan

  • With

    Teddy Oricci, XYZA Pinklady Mizrahi, Aurora Sun Labeija

  • Philippines-Singapore-Germany 2025. 99min

  • Courtesy of

    Rise And Shine World Sales

  • Languages

    English, Filipino, Mandarin Chinese, Norwegian, Malay, Thai

    With English subtitles

Introduction

The legacy of New York’s legendary ballroom scene echoes through Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand, where Teddy, Xyza and Sun aim to prove their skill, artistry and showcraft. Combining dynamic performance and personal testimonies, this compelling film highlights ballroom’s role as a place of solidarity and (chosen) family.

Diana Cipriano

Content advice

Contains homophobic attitudes and language.

Contains flashing images.

How to book

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