Locarno Winners Reunite for Jesse Ball Adaptation ‘Silence Once Begun’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Director Yeo Siew Hua is set to adapt Jesse Ball's novel 'Silence Once Begun' into a feature film. The project will be produced by Akanga Film Asia and involves international co-production across Asia and Europe. Production is scheduled to begin in 2028, with the story exploring themes of silence and human connection.
- ▪Yeo Siew Hua will adapt Jesse Ball's novel 'Silence Once Begun' as his next feature.
- ▪The film is a co-production involving partners from Singapore, Japan, and Europe.
- ▪Production is scheduled to start in 2028.
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Home Film Markets & Festivals May 19, 2026 12:31am PT Locarno Winners Reunite for Jesse Ball Adaptation ‘Silence Once Begun’ (EXCLUSIVE) By Naman Ramachandran Plus Icon Naman Ramachandran Latest Raindance Sets Full 34th Edition Lineup, Adds Best Horror Feature Prize as Festival Expands Competition Slate 24 hours ago Female Film Club Returns to Cannes With Expanded Short Film Fund (EXCLUSIVE) 24 hours ago Berlinale Title ‘Light Pillar’ Acquired by Greenwich Entertainment for U.S. Theatrical Release (EXCLUSIVE) 1 day ago See All Akanga/Christopher Wong Director Yeo Siew Hua will adapt Jesse Ball’s novel “Silence Once Begun” as his next feature, with Singapore’s Akanga Film Asia securing the rights and announcing the project at the Cannes Film Market.
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