Bad at Goodbyes

Caleb, a reserved young man, boards a train holding on to a journal—recounting memories of his friend Atlas as he flips through the pages.

Through memories of betrayal and regret, Caleb relives the day of goodbye, seeking the closure he needs to move on.

  • Ang Kang Lin
    Director
  • Daniel Hanz Steven Chandra
    Writer
  • Ching Jia Yi
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Animation, Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Fantasy, Coming-of-Age
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 56 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 22, 2025
  • Country of Origin:
    Singapore
  • Country of Filming:
    Singapore
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - LASALLE College of the Arts
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director - Ang Kang Lin
Director Statement

We wanted to create a story that acknowledges that moving on doesnʼt have to mean forgetting. This film is about the kind of memories that stay with you—not as weights, but as stepping stones. Itʼs about cherishing the connections that shape us, even as life moves forward. We believe you donʼt have to fully let go in order to heal. Sometimes, holding on—gently, lovingly—is exactly what helps you move on.