Mohd Azmyl, Md Yusof * (2023) Local films with guts a rare find. The Malaysian Insight, Malaysia.
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THE majority of mainstream filmmakers are conditioned to play it safe, driven by the necessity of making a living (“Cari makan, bro”). This explains the abundance of formulaic genre films that cater to the lowest common denominator, guaranteeing a steady financial return but devoid of artistic risks. What audiences are often left with are escapist films that fail to represent the reality on the ground. While these films might provide mild entertainment and profit, they contribute nothing substantial to the nation’s intellect and spirit. Films that tackle taboo subjects or contemporary issues seldom break even financially, much less perform well at the box office.
| Item Type: | Other |
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| Additional Information: | The Malaysian Insight: Voices |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Malaysia cinema; filmmakers; independent filmmakers; auteurs; |
| Subjects: | P Language and Literature > PN Literature (General) P Language and Literature > PN Literature (General) > PN1993 Motion Pictures |
| Divisions: | Sunway University > School of Arts > Dept. Film & Performing Arts (18) [formerly Dept. Performance and Media until 2020] |
| Depositing User: | Ms Yong Yee Chan |
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| Date Deposited: | 29 Apr 2024 07:35 |
| Last Modified: | 29 Apr 2024 07:35 |
| URI: | http://eprints.sunway.edu.my/id/eprint/2507 |
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