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881 is a 2007 Singaporean musical-comedy-drama film written and directed by Royston Tan, based on the Singapore getai scene. It is the second Singaporean film that has been released in Japan. By 13 September 2007, the film had grossed over S$3 million, making it the top grossing Asian film in Singapore in 2007.
Currently you are able to watch "881" streaming on Netflix, HBO Go. Synopsis Two Singaporean girls join together to form the Papaya Sisters, a getai group that sings at performances during the seventh lunar month.
Aug 9, 2007 · 881: Directed by Royston Tan. With Yuwu Qi, Mindee Ong, Yann Yann Yeo, Ling Ling Liu. The story is about two good friends who grew up with genuine love for Getai culture.
Aug 9, 2007 · Cinematographer: Alan Yap. Release Date: August 9, 2007. Runtime: 105 min. Language: Mandarin, Cantonese, English. Country: Singapore. Plot. LITTLE PAPAYA and BIG PAPAYA dream of escaping the dreariness of their everyday lives and becoming stars of the glittering, flamboyant and uniquely Singaporean musical showcase known as Getai.
Getai has a historical tradition in Singapore. After being blessed by the Getai Goddess, the two friends become the most popular Getai duo of the country, called the Papayas. However, the Durian Sisters, their main competitors are very jealous and determined to sabotage the Papayas' performances.
Sep 11, 2020 · A fun, campy movie that truly embodies all the glitz, glamour and charm of Getai. As Royston Tan’s third feature film, 881 saw great success. Initially drawing good reviews from critics upon release. In its 2007 release, it became the top grossing Asian film in Singapore, grossing over S$3 million.
The story of two childhood friends who grew up mesmerized by the glitter and glamour of getai. They are The Papaya Sisters, two of the showiest performers on the circuit, because the stage - with all its pomp and pageantry - is a respite from the emptiness and dreariness of their own lives. 关于两个好友的童年故事 ...
