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An Asian lens on war: International team brings 1948 Malaya to life in 'Peluru Senja'

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 29 -- A Malayan soldier and a British soldier, stranded during a military withdrawal, are forced to put aside their differences when an armed group threatens a village in war-torn M... Read More


Indonesian actress Asmara Abigail steps into postwar history in 'Peluru Senja', calls Malaysia her second home for cinema

Kuala Lampur, Aug. 29 -- She also had to cross linguistic and cultural boundaries. The acclaimed actress plays Siti, a woman from Pahang, in the film set in Malaya in 1948, during the turbulent perio... Read More


After a decade away, Erma Fatima makes her directing comeback with 'Langit 2 Warna'

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 27 -- After 10 years away from the world of cinema, Erma Fatima is returning to the director's chair - but not simply for the sake of making another film. For the veteran Malaysian... Read More


Indonesian stars Reza Rahadian and Christine Hakim lead Erma Fatima's return to filmmaking with 'Langit 2 Warna'

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 27 -- Acclaimed Indonesian stars Reza Rahadian and Christine Hakim will take on the lead roles in Malaysian director Erma Fatima's new feature, Langit 2 Warna. Marking Erma's retur... Read More


Dan Stevens steps into the RoboCop role for Prime Video's eight-episode reboot

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 27 -- Prime Video has cast English actor Dan Stevens as the new RoboCop in its upcoming eight-episode series. According to reports, the series, which Prime Video originally announc... Read More


Hong Kong actress Angela Yuen on 'Afterpiece', film, female representation and finding kindness through acting (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 26 -- Hong Kong icon Angela Yuen has established herself as a versatile performer, embracing a diverse range of roles that have showcased depth and adaptability. Her latest role is... Read More


Hong Kong filmmaker Joey Wu praises Malaysia as filming destination after 'Bird of Paradise' debut (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 24 -- Joey Wu is among a new generation of Hong Kong filmmakers bringing fresh perspectives and stories to the screen, helping to shape the city's new wave of cinema. Bird of Parad... Read More


Finas moves to combat 'cartels' and ensure fair competition in local film market

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 24 -- The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) is moving to convene industry players to address alleged distribution monopolies and ensure fair competition within ... Read More


Ipoh-born Keane Wong's 'Afterpiece' journeys from Shanghai to New York before Malaysia premiere

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 23 -- For Ipoh-born filmmaker Keane T.K. Wong, the road to his feature film debut has taken him from Malaysia to Hong Kong and, eventually, back home. Born to a Malaysian father, W... Read More


Wands at the ready: Harry Potter celebrates 25 years of movie magic with Pavilion Damansara Heights pop-up

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 21 -- For a generation of Malaysians, Hogwarts first arrived on the big screen 25 years ago with Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Now, some of that magic is being recreate... Read More