Ever thought of quitting your stable job to chase a dream?

Meet Cheng Chai Hong, Director, Writer, & Producer, and Martin Loh, Co-Producer and Head of Marketing of the local film ‘We Can Save the World.’

They share:

- Why they left stable careers to dive into filmmaking

- How they navigated financial uncertainty without grants or product placements

- The real struggles behind pursuing a creative dream in a practical society

- Why they believe in telling Singaporean stories—in our own language

Their journey is raw, unconventional, and deeply relatable — even if you’ve never thought of making a film.

Tune in to hear how they did it, what they risked, and why this story matters to every Singaporean.

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Quitting Your Job to Save the World: The Singapore Career Dilemma [W&S 139]

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