Ghosts and Housing
Lee recalls his childhood in Paeksantheng village, where ghost stories mingled with daily life near the cemetery. As Singapore's population grew, the government mandated the closure of cemeteries for new housing developments, forcing both the living and the dead to relocate. The cultural upheaval sparked resistance among villagers, who were reluctant to leave their homes and the memories of their ancestors behind.In this clip
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