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Freedom Film Festival 2011: Huruf J
Posted: Jan 04, 2012 by Komas with 0 comments
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Apa yang terjadi apabila status anda bertukar dari ‘berkahwin’ ke ‘bercerai’? Apa kaitan isu peribadi ini dengan hak asasi manusia? Melalui dokumentari ini, pembikin filem mendalami isu ini yang agak berleluasa di Malaysia tetapi masih jarang dibincangkan secara terbuka di khalayak ramai. --- 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. Read more…
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Freedom FilmFest 2011: Lot Umah Am
Posted: Dec 22, 2011 by Komas with 0 comments
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For most indigenous people, lands and forests are 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 for generations have called the Straits of Johor their home. Read more…
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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (Malay Subtitle)
Posted: Jul 06, 2011 by Komas with 0 comments
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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a declaration adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (10 December 1948 at Palais de Chaillot, Paris). The Declaration arose directly from the experience of the Second World War and represents the first global expression of rights to which all human beings are inherently entitled. It consists of 30 articles which have been elaborated in subsequent international treaties, regional human rights instruments, national constitutions and laws. Read more…
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Freedom Film Festival 2010 - Pilih
Posted: Jul 04, 2011 by Komas with 1 comments
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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. Read more…
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Freedom Film Festival 2010: Kisah Tauke Mancis dan Minyak Tumpah
Posted: Jul 01, 2011 by Komas with 0 comments
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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. Read more…
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Freedom Film Festival 2010: Hak Dinafikan
Posted: Jul 01, 2011 by Komas with 0 comments
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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. This documentary- made by a team of orang aslis- contains their voices; many who are speaking out for the first time. Hear what they have to say in their own words. (Pada 7 March 2010, lebih daripada 2,000 Orang Asli telah berhimpun sebagai tanda protes terhadap cadangan polisi tanah baru, yang dipercayai tidak membawa manfaat kepada mereka. Dokumentari ini yang dibuat oleh sekumpulan orang asli – menyuarakan pendapat mereka mengenai isu ini.) Read more…
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Posted: May 31, 2010 by Komas with 1 comments
gadoh (eng sub)
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. Read more…
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REAL Cit Ed PSA 4
Posted: May 24, 2010 by Komas with 0 comments
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Strength In Unity Read more…
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REAL Cit Ed PSA 3
Posted: May 24, 2010 by Komas with 0 comments
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Transparency Read more…
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REAL Cit Ed PSA 2
Posted: May 24, 2010 by Komas with 0 comments
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Right To Development Read more…
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REAL Cit Ed PSA 1
Posted: May 24, 2010 by Komas with 0 comments
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Know your local council. Read more…
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FFF2009: Al-Fatehah Memali
Posted: Apr 23, 2010 by Komas with 0 comments
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Al-Fatehah Memali potrays 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. Read more…
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FFF2009: Kayuh
Posted: Apr 23, 2010 by Komas with 0 comments
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"Kayuh" is a first-hand account of a 100-strong contingent of cyclists who rode from Alor Setar and Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur for 16 days in order to address six 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 contained in a memorandum that was handed over to the Parliament at the end of the journey. "Kayuh" is also won 1st prize at the FFF 2009 in Kuala Lumpur. Read more…
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FFF2009: No Silver Lining - The Perak Crisis
Posted: Apr 16, 2010 by Komas with 0 comments
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What happens when 'frogs' jump over the other side? In Perak, when 3 elected representatives of the Pakatan Rakyat 'hopped' over to become Barisan Nasional friendly, it started a political wrestling match for power between the two opposing political alliance. No Silver Lining seeks to make sense of the issue, and the aspirations of the people of Perak. Read more…
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Moris Rasik (FFF 2004) Part 2
Posted: Sep 13, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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A documentary of a micro-credit program in the war-torn Southeast Asian country of East Timor. East Timor suffered a violent occupation by Indonesia for 24 years. East Timorese voted for independence in 1999 in a referendum supervised by The UN. UN peace keepers took two weeks to arrive in East Timor after the referendum during which the Indonesian military and Timorese militia systematically destroyed the already under the developed country. Moris rasik is one of several Micro-Credit Programs set up to help this economy devastation. Read more…
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Moris Rasik (FFF 2004)
Posted: Sep 07, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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A documentary of a micro-credit program in the war-torn Southeast Asian country of East Timor. Read more…
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Posted: Jul 10, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
Zalim, Ganas & Keras (Cruel, Fierce & Violent) Part 2
A documentary about police brutality and abuse in Malaysia Read more…
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Posted: Jul 03, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
Zalim, Ganas & Keras (Cruel, Fierce & Violent)
A documentary about police brutality and abuse in Malaysia. Read more…
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Gadoh Trailer
Posted: May 04, 2009 by Komas with 1 comments
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Gadoh is a 70-minute feature film that explores our perception of identity and challenges our hatred of the “other”. Read more…
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Posted: Apr 17, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
At the First Glance (FFF 2004)
Free food distribution by a group of concerned youths in Kuala Lumpur. Read more…
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Blacked Out
Posted: Apr 01, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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The artist is a very expressive young lad. He loves to 'paint' on his 'canvas' all night long but not everybody is a very happy with what he has done. Read more…
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Romantik ISA (Part 2)
Posted: Mar 14, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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Part 2 of the award winning documentary on Malaysia's repressive law, the Internal Security Act or more popularly known as the ISA. It documents the untold stories of ISA detainees. The 43 minute documentary won the Professional category in Freedom Film Fest 2005. Read more…
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Romantik ISA (Part 1)
Posted: Mar 11, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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Part 1 of the award winning documentary on Malaysia's repressive law, the Internal Security Act or more popularly known as the ISA. It documents the untold stories of ISA detainees. The 43 minute documentary won the Professional category in Freedom Film Fest 2005. Read more…
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FFF 2009 Thematic Video
Posted: Mar 02, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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Real Change?! An intro for Malaysia's Freedom Film Festival 2009. Read more…
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She's My Son (FFF 2007 Winner)
Posted: Mar 02, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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The trans gender issue is real, but it is a reality many Malaysian will not admit to. Treated as a sex objects, butt of lewd jokes and social outcasts, many boys resist their urges of becoming a girl. Suganya begs to differ. "She's My Son" tells the story of Suganya from her mother's point of view. "He", before the sex change, had the courage to face this reality and today, "She", strolls the road confidently with the acceptance of family and friends. Read more…
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Twelve 11 (FFF 2006 Winner)
Posted: Feb 17, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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Local authority's negligence or the act of God? This groundbreaking documentary seeks to expose the truth behind the controversial Highland Towers tragedy. Read more…
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Kopi O Khau Sikit Kurang Manis (FFF 2006 Winner)
Posted: Feb 12, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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A hip-hopping documentary on ear-squats plus allegations of corruption, abuse and poor crime prevention. How can we restore police integrity and service to truly royal standards? Read more…
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Rainy Days (FFF 2006 Winner)
Posted: Feb 12, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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A rubber tapper's quest to recover his rightful wages was stymied by a lengthy legal process. A true case where justice delayed was justice denied. 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. Read more…
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The Invisible Children (FFF 2006 Winner)
Posted: Feb 12, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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Documentary on the plight of more than 9,000 refugee children in Malaysia. In Malaysia, there are about 9,000 refugee children living in the fringes of our society, leading a marginalised 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 instruction and fewer teaching materials, let alone getting any opportunities for higher education. Read more…
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FFF 2009 Highlight Video
Posted: Feb 12, 2009 by Komas with 0 comments
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Highlights of FreedomFilmFest from 2003 to 2008 Read more…
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Posted: Nov 05, 2008 by Komas with 0 comments
Jalan-jalan (Walkathon)
Amelia, Hadin, Ching and Abhay were set to race against each other in a walkathon in this multi lingual, comical short film. Read more…
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Suara Asli, Tanah Asli (Indigenous Land Rights)
Posted: Nov 15, 2006 by Komas with 0 comments
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Documenting the indigenous people's struggle for land. Read more…
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