Presented by Asian Film Archive
André and His Olive Tree (2020)
Sunday, 16 August 2026
2:00 pm — 3:45 pm (105 min)
Film ScreeningAFA: Off the Catalogue
Event Description
Inspired by Asian Film Archive’s own repository of films, Off the Catalogue presents a curated mix from its collection, ready to be rediscovered by contemporary eyes.
August’s edition presents three portraits of lives devoted to art, food, and cinema. These documentaries trace the passions, choices and experiences behind a lifetime of craft making.
Synopsis
André and His Olive Tree (2020)
As Michelin-starred chef André Chiang prepares to close Restaurant André after eight years, this documentary follows him through the restaurant’s final chapter. Interweaving moments from the kitchen with personal conversations, the film captures the philosophy, relationships and experiences that have shaped both the chef and his restaurant.
