 Lin Wenqi, reviewing the film for a Taiwan Film Institute periodical, also found the film to be a captivating and relatable portrayal of Singapore society.According to Lin, unlike the excessively preachy Singaporean film "I Not Stupid", "Singapore Dreaming" was impressive in its ability to weave life lessons into the plot and cinematography.Singaporean critic Vinita Ramani praised the acting, and agreed that many Singaporeans found the film relatable.