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- Gadoh tells a story of a group of teenagers who fought each other along racial lines; a cycle of hatred and violence further escalated by their environment and school system. What was to be a quick resolution to improve the school's bad image, was taken as an opportunity for one teacher who believed that real change was possible. She ropes in the help of an old friend and reluctant maverick theater activist for this arduous task. Is there hope amidst the cycle of discrimination that surrounds us?
- A rubber tapper's quest to recover his rightful wages was stymied by a lengthy legal process. A true case of justice delayed was justice denied.
- October 20th, 1947 was a historical day in the Malayan people's constitutional struggle for independence from British colonialism. This documentary chronicles the events that culminated in the Malaya-wide 'Hartal' day of protest against the undemocratic Federation of Malaya Constitutional Proposals devised by the British Colonial Government, and the rise of the people's democratic movement in Malaya, ten years before independence.
- What happens after the end of a political reign? After serving two terms as Sabah's government, Barisan Nasional led Parti Berjaya is unexpectedly toppled by newcomers Parti Bersatu Sabah, with the cooperation of the United Sabah National Organisation. On the night the 1985 state election results are announced, the secret coalition between PBS and USNO falls apart at the seams, leading to an overnight power struggle that takes place at the State Istana. This would become the precursor to dramatic demonstrations the following year. An incident that is rarely talked about today - making this - The Silent Riot.
- In 1987, the Singapore government, using the Internal Security Act, arrested 22 people in what was called "Operation Spectrum". These people were held indefinitely without trial, physically and mentally tortured, and coerced into admitting that they were guilty of a "Marxist conspiracy" on public television. In this film, ex-detainees share what they experienced during that time.
- This is a story a two communities and the relocation of a temple. This film takes a look behind its sensational headlines to understand how the dispute came to be. It reminds us how extremism can easily be fueled when we fail to understand the context of the dispute, and manage such situations beyond the emotions.
- On March 17, 2010 more than 2,000 Orang Asli marched in a rare protest against a proposed new land policy, believed to be detrimental to their people.
- Muniandy is an independent self-made man who has raised his family through his independent grocery shop in Semenyih, Selangor. Grocery shops like Muniandy's with their displays of fresh local produce in the front, and sundry items inside are a familiar part of the Malaysian landscape. However, these unique businesses are beginning to feel the heat as more hypermarkets and chain grocery shops flood the market. Are we now seeing the end of these traditional and more personal "mom and pop shops" run mostly by the owner-operator? Can the next generation resist the domination of big shiny corporations with equally bigger economies of scale and maintain our freedom to be our own boss if we choose to? Disebalik Runcit explores the erasure and uncertain future of these traditional businesses from the Malaysian landscape through Muniandy's journey and the conscious choice of one consumer, Alia Ali, to patronize these independent businesses.
- Kuala Lumpur, the capital city is undergoing heavy construction works. Some people are walking amidst the thick dust in the air as the city's ground continues to be excavated. From south of the land, a group of people walk to KLCC in a desperate attempt to save their familial and ancestral graveyards. Somewhere away from the city, a lone farmer wistfully toils the ground. The film documents the fleeting time spent with them.
- This documentary highlights the main issues in the recent general election in Malaysia namely the cancellation of the usage of indellible ink at the last minute and also looks at what were some of the factors that brought about change in the last election. It also provides an idea of what else citizens need to do to ensure a better system of democracy in Malaysia.
- In Malaysia, there are about 9,000 refugee children living in the fringes of our society, leading a marginalized existence. These children are denied access to adequate education, which is imposing a poor prospect for their future. Even if they are receiving some schooling, they are usually relegated to substandard educational facilities, poorer quality of instructions and fewer teaching materials, let alone getting any opportunities for higher education.
- What happens when your status changes from "married" to "divorced"? What has this very personal issue got to do with Human Rights? Afiq Deen gives us his take on this issue that is prevalent in Malaysia and yet still very much hidden behind closed doors.
- In early March 2015, BFM Radio released an episode of its satirical current affairs show Kupas. It questioned the priorities of the Kelantan State Legislature in passing the Syariah Criminal Enactment Law, popularly known as hudud, amid unresolved issues in Kelantan of poverty, high unemployment, and homelessness. It quickly went viral, and Aisyah Tajuddin, the temporary host of the week, received a torrent of rape and death threats over social media. Viral, Sial examines the interplay of religious sensitivity, race and gender that created this perfect storm, while also reflecting critically on how the producers dealt with the fall out. How far is too far in a 'sensitive' Malaysia?
- This documentary-drama revolves around the parents of Anur who seek to lay claim to her right to formal education. Anur is a child with Cerebral Palsy. Their cause unpredictably takes them on a journey, including going as far as Beijing, where they take on the fight not just for Anur, but for all special needs children in Malaysia under the campaign of 'No Child Left Behind".
- Grandma Kong has lived all her life in the historic Kampung Hakka in Mantin, Negeri Sembilan. At 80 years old she wants to live out her remaining years in the only home she's ever known. But, the threat of demolition now looms over the village thanks to a questionable land grab by local officials and a private developer. However, the villagers of Kampung Hakka have banded together, and are determined to fight for their right to stay on their land. Through Grandma Kong's memories we get a glimpse of the community spirit and culture that forged Kampung Hakka and remains despite the pressures of development and modernisation. Memory as Resistance: Grandma Kong Defending Her Village is not just about Grandma Kong and her neighbours. Rather, it is a link to our shared roots that pushes us to imagine a future that embodies the same tenacity and gotong-royong spirit of Kampung Hakka.
- Kayuh is a first-hand account of a 100-strong contigent of cyclist who rode from Alor Setar and Johor Baharu to Kuala Lumpur for 16 days in order to address 6 major concerns of marginalized groups in Malaysia. The filmmaker, a participant in the cycling campaign herself, attempts to put a human face to the 6 demands constained in a memorandum that was handed over to the Parliament at the end of the journey.
- A small, unknown farming village in Malaysia, is the centre of an intense struggle, against the powers of big government and corporation. The story of how the gritty citizens of Broga fought the constructions of the largest municipal waste incinerator in Asia, is told through the eyes of Alice Lee; a Broga villager. This documentary traces the change and political awakening experienced by Alice and the people of Broga-Semenyih.
- For most Indigenous People, the land and forest is tied up with their identity. But what if your indigenous identity is not tied up to the land but rather to the sea? This documentary gives us a peek into the lesser known lives of the Indigenous Orang Seletar who have for generations called the Straits of Johor their home.
- The clan jetties are at the sea front of Georgetown, Penang. More than 2000 ex-port workers whose contribution towards the establishment of the Penang port and the Georgetown city has largely been forgotten. They live in an endangered heritage area with their land lease having to be renewed every year. After waiting for more than over a century, the application for World Heritage City status for Georgetown hold up a hope for getting their right to land recognized.
- A short documentary which deals with the question of Freedom of Expression with regards to "sensitive issues" in Malaysia. In light of Namewee's Negarakuku and past years' issues surrounding religion, the documentary will feature a Hip Hop group, D&A attempting to explore the possibilities of addressing these "sensitive issues" through music.
- The Sabah Royal Commission of Inquiry (Sabah RCI) was established to investigate allegations that citizenship had been given to undocumented migrants from Indonesia and the Philippines in exchange for votes for the incumbent government. However the Sabah RCI has raised more questions rather than answered the existing anxieties of Sabahans. The Sabah RCI was asked, "Was the granting of fake identity cards related to politics?". Many Sabahans believe that the answer is undoubtedly, yes. However, the Sabah RCI denied a political link to what has become colloquially known as "Project IC", an answer that has frustrated Sabahans. Sindiket is a search for the answers left out of the official "truth".
- Al-Fatehah Memali portrays the journey of singer-songwriters, Black and Meor, trying to comprehend a massacre that happened in 1985 in Kg. Memali, Kedah. Their Journey brings them to the village where they meet survivors and witnesses of the tragedy to uncover a forgotten story of injustice for most of Malaysia, but one forever etched in the hearts of those in Memali.
- A tragedy of a magnitude never before seen in Malaysia had claimed 48 lives and shocked a nation. In unravelling the mystery surrounding the incident, Twelve 11 questions whether the loss of life and property could have been avoided. The aim is also to expose a legal loophole that begs urgent action in the call for justice.
- Are our universities empowering future generations to participate in a democratic society, or are they nurturing disempowered and indoctrinated youths? Using a popular talk show format, Pilih explores the issue of campus election and exposes the reality faced by our students. It gives us insight as to why our youths may be apathetic, and a micro-look as to how democracy functions in Malaysia.
- Simo Sekam, Peluk Apeh and Sagen Adan's families had lived in Sarawak's Bengoh valley for generations until recently, when they were forced to leave their ancestral home to make way for the Bengoh reservoir dam. This story follows the director's journey as he discovers the true cost of relocation that these families have to endure in the name of development.