The film follows the trials and tribulations of an ordinary family from 1965 to the early 1970s. Their journey through the years from their humble kampong to a modern HDB flat, runs in parallel with Singapore’s early growth. On 9 August 1965, the day Singapore declares her independence, Zhao Di is driven away from her husband with three daughters, and the same night gives birth to twin son and daughter, Shun Fatt and Su-mei. Unfortunately, she is forced to give Su-mei away for she is born with two moles on her face which is seen as a sign of misfortune for the family. With Zhao Di’s indomitable spirit, the family perseveres to make a better life for themselves eventually to witness every step of the nation’s growth.

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