Chuey (2026)

Hidden among the tree-lined streets of northwest London, a quiet transformation takes root. Since relocating from Malaysia in the 1970s, Chuey—a Malaysian Chinese Buddhist and clinical therapist—has turned her family yard into a thriving archive of worldwide plant life. Mixing botanical specimens from multiple continents, she weaves her landscape into a subtle tapestry of migration, recollection, and belonging. With late-summer skies fading over the neighborhood, this reflective short film guides audiences through her private musings. Delivered with calming pacing and rich visual texture, the piece highlights how enduring spirit, cross-cultural harmony, and green spaces can quietly erase boundaries. An immersive portrait of personal resilience, mindful growth, and the unifying strength of the earth.