Discoveries from Malaysia World Cinema

Rama is a supervisor who is looking for a driver at the last minute to deliver out of town. He manages to get Ah Meng and Bakri to do the task with additional overtime and bonus. The only catch is that they have to deliver a Chinese-style large wooden coffin on time. For the extra money, the two men take on the job and travel in the van through the quiet expressway. During the journey, the delivery van's radio player gets busted. To kill time, both men begin to tell ghost stories which they declare as genuine. Bakri starts off the ghost stories from his kampung that involves a young man and a banana tree spirit.

This film is made based on the real stories that took place at an abadoned house in Johor called Villa Nabila. Director Syafiq Yusof chooses to present the film in a documentary style. The film starts off with a disappearance of a teenager at the house. Syafiq interviews a few individuals who claim to have experience the supernatural at the house and turns the interview into a film.

Hassan (P. Ramlee) is 10 when his father died. His mother had died when he was younger. His late father's boss feels sorry for Hassan and adopts him. However, Hassan's foster father's own child, Aziz (Jins Shamsudin) is jealous of Hassan and hates him. When both of them have fully grown up, Aziz and Buang (Salleh Kamil) always bully Hassan. At the same time, Salmah (Saadiah) has developed a crush towards Hassan, fuelling Aziz's fury. When the Second World War is approaching, the Royal Malay Regiment begins recruiting young soldiers.

Three gangster groups made up of Malay, Chinese and Indian, for the past 50 years, has ruled a local town in Malaysia. After the three leaders mysteriously die, each of their sons begins to feel a growing hatred towards each other, and tries to take over their respective territory. By escaping from the hands of the Angel of Death, the three leaders return from grave to save their children from a bloody fate at the hands of their rivals. In a classic case of 'wrong place, wrong time' a petty thief named Te Sai (Namewee) becomes their only hope. Can the most unlikely hero save the town from bloodshed on the country's faithful independence day?

Amir, is a successful entrepreneur and finally understands the meaning of true love after marrying Zita. To Amir, Zita is everything a man could ask for in a woman, she is loving, tender and every men’s dream. While on a holiday, Amir saves Zarin who is injured. Unknown to Amir, Zarin is a cunning and ruthless rapist cum murderer who has an ulterior motive on his wife to fulfill his devilish passion. Will Zita be able to save herself from the psychopathic Zarin? Or will lust prevail over true love?

Bakri Zain played by Dato 'Rosyam Nor - is a senior actor who has won many awards and his livelihood has never stopped. His life is complete with a happy family. At the same time Danial Muhaimin (Izzue Islam) is a famous actor who starts to envy Bakri when often compared. Daniel got even angrier when the film festival had to pull out his name and choose Bakri Zain as the candidate for the best male actor category. From then on, jealous envy began to appear in Danial. Danial's heart was getting blacker. His feelings of jealousy towards Bakri overflowed so much that he hated Bakri. he planned something so that popularity would be in his favor. He wants the people to admire him as much as the people like Bakri. This drama is full of emotions and lessons, we need to take it as a lesson because it happens a lot on social media without us realizing it. Allahu… May we as a family be kept away from such a tragedy. Amen ..

Ramlee (Afdlin Shauki) is a Malay boy doomer who can't seem to settle job, much to his Mother's (Kartina Aziz) disappointment. Out of a job and out of money, he stumble upon across a sushi challenge by restaurant owner Honda (Patrik Teoh) Hungry and desperate, Ramlee attempts the challenge, and fails. In compensation, Honda lets Ramlee take a job at the restaurant to pay off his due. Ramlee becomes a member of the shop staff, along with Haris (Awie) and Andy (Radhi Khalid). He learns that a part of his obligation is to participate in the Malaysia Sushi Association Amateur Sumo Wrestling Championships held by Japanese sushi restaurant owners.

Usop and Zul are trapped in their hostel during the nation wide lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic. They meet Ain, the lone resident of her dormitory, seeking company with the only residents in the male dormitory. To pass the time, they began to share horror stories, not knowing that they are already in one.

The movie centers around Aniq who lives in Penang with his two sisters Aisya and Sabrina. He meets and falls in love with Amelia but that was where problem arose, because of the traditional standards that both families' practices, which require their children to be match-make by their parents to the spouse of their (the parents) choices. Not wanting to give up, the two love birds eventually cooked up a devious plan where they tricked their parents into believing that they are joining a "family adoption program", where Aniq will stay in Amelia's family for some time and vice versa for Amelia to Aniq's family, in hope of winning over the hearts of their potential in-laws. This is, of course, where the fun begins...

Zhong, a recently released murderer, returns to his fishing village because of his father's death. Ten years ago, Zhong was convicted of manslaughter and imprisoned for accidentally killing a young man from a neighbouring village. Haunted by guilt, Zhong seeks out the victim's family, who have since moved away, hoping for their forgiveness. Along the way, he encounters Xue, a mentally ill woman confined to a stilt house. The two, both longing for redemption, help heal each other's past wounds.

Boy meets girl at school, brother of girl not too keen, ending in mud-wrestling.

Zahara, a stateless refugee, lives on a small remote island in Malaysia, where she makes a living selling turtle eggs. One day, Samad, claiming to be a university researcher, visits the island, wanting to employ Zahara to show him around. As the day goes on, Zahara and Samad become entangled in a dangerous dance of duplicity and deception.

Tells the story of Melati (Aya Amiruddin), a beautiful girl who likes to eat. Melati was found dead in a state where she was starving because her mother had eaten her favorite food, which was Telur Ikang Parang. Jasmine turns into a vampire who disturbs the villagers by eating the food they have. What's surprising, Melati became a 100KG vampire! Although various efforts were made by the villagers led by Mr. Bayang (Kazar Saisi) to solve this issue, nothing worked and the vampires are still roaming and rampant in the village.

Anis (Suhaila) a programmer at a computer company is trying to investigate the death of her best friend, Nurafizah after participating in a game called "Laman Maut". Only 12 participants were selected from thousands of entries. The rules of the game are "die or money "1 million" ..

The faith of a traveler who is misunderstood tries to show cleverness and interfere in the affairs of the mosque. Bilal who aspired to be the successor to the imam of the mosque became ripple with his position and did not like Iman. Iman wants to enliven the mosque but Bilal wants to close the mosque every time after prayers. This contradiction of opinion makes Bilal feel challenged while Iman only wants to enliven the mosque like in the time of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. Decorated day and night with Quranic verses of remembrance and all religious activities. Did True Faith Succeed?

Jeff, a university student, was interested in writing an article about a haunted bungalow for his university bulletin. He found himself unavoidably drown to the bungalow that had many mysterious happenings surrounding it. When investigating strange lights at the bungalow, he found a portrait of a beautiful woman at the bungalow. Strange things began to happen when Jeff kept the portrait. That was when he found himself linked to the tragic deaths that once happened in the bungalow.

The movie is based on the relationships of four friends – Farah, Husin, Adam and Hamidah – who promise to meet again 10 years after their graduation. A decade later, Farah is a successful photographer, Hamidah is an entertainment magazine columnist, Husin has become a cameraman and Adam is a music tutor. A comedy of errors follow when the bunch, who each has personal problems, meet in Pulau Langkawi. Farah’s busy schedule does not permit her to fall in love, though she is acquainted with Halim, a bright but bumbling lawyer. Then there’s Husin who has sacrificed much while taking care of his paralysed mother. Hamidah, on the other hand, has long fancied Husin, and dresses to kill for the reunion and does everything she can to attract his attention. As for Adam, he has a jealous girlfriend in Aleya who is envious of the close ties between her beau and Farah, though the duo’s relationship is purely platonic.

Eddie and Bada are two brothers who work at a towtruck company. The brothers will always send the vehicles they have towed to Rimau's garage. Rimau is a woman with a tough-as-nails attitude who secretly loves Bada. Mojo and Bayam are Eddie and Bada's rivals from another towtruck company. Mojo would rather die than make peace with the brothers, but his younger sister, Soraya, is in love with Eddie. The characters' relationship become even more complicated when a mysterious woman only known as Zarina shows up at Rimau's garage one day.

This telefilm tells the story of Dira who wants to find her shoulder after not returning home for so long. He had to face the challenge of surviving life without the presence of a harness. Dira had to take care of her depressed mother and also often quarreled with her brother who was less helpful in all things

The life of a girl named Farah Diba has been transformed from an ordinary girl into a famous model after she named as Beauty Queen of Malaysia. Although many man trying to accompany her, but Farah refused all love because her loyalty remains to Hafsham, a young executive who recognized since six years ago.

Rock” is the story about a group of young kids in the 80s who wanted to make it big in the rock music scene. Thus you have Zack and his friends Jijo (bass), Black (drum) and Amy (vocals) who have to go through all sorts of obstacles and comedic mishaps as they try to fulfil their dreams.

A story about Fadil who fall into mafia world led by Taji Samprit and his son Wak Doyok. An incident causes Inspector Wahab and Inspector Shuib to suspect Fadil as Tiger, a professional assassin. In the meantime Yana who is a reporter that has done coverage on Tiger's assassination was stuck in the crisis that Fadil are facing. Though he is not a murderer, to solve the crisis Fadil lead the life as professional assassin and attack King Kong which is Taji Samprit's partner in crime who turns to become his enemy. Actions and comedies happen in Fadil's life as professional assassin in his way to clean his name and in finding Tiger's true identity. Can Fadil face all the challenges in his life? Who is Tiger and what mystery lies behind all this while?

Film Kaseh Sayang is a a Malay film which was published in Malaysia in 1957. The film issued in the form of black and white film without color. After entrusting her baby girl Sukartini to the servant, Kartini leaves Singapore with her husband, Sudanto, to avoid the war. Halimah, the servant takes great care of the child despite her hardship and poverty. After the liberation of Singapore, Kartini returns to take her child back. Halimah is not willing to let go of Sukartini and runs away with her. She is caught eventually and sentenced to a year’s imprisonment. Though Sudanto and his wife win the child over, their hopes are shattered, as the child does not regard them as her parents.

A big screen adaptation of a horror novel of the same name written by Hasrudi Jawawi. It revolves around a mysterious abandoned building, which is believed to have never been completed due to supernatural entities that kept interfering with the project.

Zaleha is about to get married to Amir but elopes to southern Thailand to marry someone else instead. The enraged Amir tracks the couple down, kills the groom and sells Zaleha to a pimp. Six months later, Amir brings her back. She tricks him into marrying her. But the six months Zaleha spent as a prostitute have changed her, and she now wants revenge.

Fadli is a member of the NTSF who wants to take revenge on the ESLM (extra sensory liberation movement) which is believed to be the cause of his father's death 20 years ago. After the existence of the Helang in ESLM, the NTSF is increasingly threatened when the Helang try to destroy their organization. Fadli began to investigate and suspected the NTSF of having spies who leaked their information. Fadli begins to distrust anyone until he discovers the truth within his own organization. The situation becomes more complicated when there is a final battle between NTSF and ESLM which will reveal all the secrets and evil motives among them.

"Klip 3GP" is made up of four stories. Eddie is a suscessful online businessman who has everything; good-looking, wealthy and having a pretty girlfriend - but no one knows that he profits from the distributing pornography. Maya Akhtar is a committed journalist but becomes a victim of extortion by Sunny who possesses sex tapes of their affairs. Suria, Mina and Zakiah are three teenagers on their way to Kuala Lumpur on a weekend night out but encounter a frightening experience as they are chased by a horrifying creature. The last story is about Sandra who is gang-raped by Jefri and his boys while being recorded. Starring Zahiril Adzim, Mimie, Fikhree Abu Bakar, Adeline Anthony, Amanda Misbun and Sara Ali.

Jefri and his wife, Dilaila went for vacation and they stayed at Dilaila's late father mansion in Fraser Hill, Pahang. First night at the house, Jefri has been disturbed by eerie events and early in the morning Jefri noticed that his wife had gone missing. Worried with his wife safety, Jefri then called local police to keep track of his wife. One day later, Jefri been informed by Imam Aziz that they have found Dilaila. Relieved by the news, Jefri then doubt about his wife presence because the woman was totally not his wife, Dilaila. So, who is actually the woman that claimed herself as Jefri's wife? All will be answered in Misteri Dilaila, a film that full of suprises and extreme plot twist.

This is a film about a Malaysian soldier, Lt. Adnan, who gave his life in defending Malaya from the Japanese invasion during World War II. It exemplifies an example of the patriotic spirit that should be in every Malaysian. Lt. Adnan was a courageous individual who was willing to give everything, including his life, for the people and nation. He also succeeded in destroying the widely held myth that Malays were good only as rebels and pirates. He believed that no matter what, as a patriotic citizen, one had to fight until the last drop of blood to defend the nation.

"Perempuan Lindungan Kaabah" is a title given by the people around her to Hanan because of her perfect attitude as a good Muslim. Hanan was raised by Datin Zaleha as a foster child after her mother, who worked as a wage earner at Datin's passed away.

The first of the four 'Bujang Lapok' ('Worn Out Bachelor') movies. This first one chronicles the loves and lives of three bachelors living in 1950s Singapore.

The story tells us about a young prince called Suria Kencana who was cursed and turned into a cobra by his step mother. As a result, he became snake by day and human by night. The magic spell can only be broken by a necklace, Panca Delima, that is worn by a kind hearted girl called Teratai. Teratai has two other evil and greedy sisters. One of them got herself killed when she was too greedy in plucking the gold leaf from the magic tree. The other was envious when Suria Kencana fell for Teratai. She stole the magic necklace and allied herself with Suria's step mother, hoping to get a big reward from her. Did Teratai and Suria managed to break the curse?

A boy from a wealthy family is always socializing with the wrong group of friends. He is very mischief and always involved in gang fights. One day he met a girl and falls in love with her. The girl, Azura, later changed the boy's character and he became a good and well mannered boy. He proposed to Azura but thier marriage was objected by his parents because Azura comes from a poor family. Despite of his parents objection, he marries Azura and leaves behind all his family's wealth. He works as a laborer to support Azura. Everything was perfect until one day Azura is found to be pregnant. Her husband suspects that the baby she is carrying does'nt belong to him. Misunderstanding then arise between them...

Tambun kills Tok Kadim, the head of a village, and tells the villagers that he died in an accident. The mourning villagers then appoint Tambun as the Penghulu, which sets off a storm of terrible incidents…

The film tells the story of three friends MX3 - Masdor (Saiful Apek), Mamat (Faizal Hussein) and Malek (Zul Yahya) who set up the company private investigator named MX3. During operation the investigation, they often get only small cases until that Mrs. Lolita (Syanie) are willing to pay wages that are expensive to spy on her husband having an affair.

A cop from Chennai sets out to nab a dreaded drug racket based out of Malaysia.

A group of friends have accidentally hit a man and are planning to enter the forest to bury the body. Things got worse when they were hunted down by a serial killer.

"Khurafat" begins with Johan, a young man working as an assistant in a government hospital. He is a married man who has a wife named Aishah. The newlyweds are leading a peaceful life when suddenly they find themselves besieged by a weird creature. The presence of a mysterious old woman, together with the sudden emergence of Johan's ex-girlfriend Anna add to the mystery. Anna is always disturbing Johan even though she knows Johan is now with Aishah.

Hisham, a drug dealer, finds himself stuck in a situation where he had to hand over his young son to a homeless woman. Hisham is caught and jailed. Mariam, who is a few cans short of a six pack raises the baby, now named after the famed legend “Indraputra”, in very meager circumstances, but full of love and art. They live in a squatter area and have neighbors named Bu Leha and Putra’s best friend, Johanna. They move to Kuala Lumpur in hopes of a better life, but Putra and Johanna inevitably grow up to be street kids, tough and full of conflict. They live hand to mouth, but at the same time their poverty does not stop them from having strong friendships and at times, to enjoy their youth.

Rahul, an Indian immigrant worker arrives in town only to find the company that offered him a job has gone out of business. He is helped by a local restaurant owner and begins his life in the city as an illegal immigrant worker. In Setapak, Gienna is a Chinese woman in her 30's. She is constantly avoiding phone calls from her mother and finds herself spending an afternoon helping a stranger, a senile old lady, who can't remember where her house is. In Ampang, Hafidd a young man meets a cute stranger at the LRT Station after they both missed the last train. For someone who has never dated anyone in his life, this occasion is a life-defining moment for the young man and his only hope to see a glimpse of love. Together the 3 stories create a collage and kaleidoscope of surprising and electrifying human connections that give life to the city.

The film rotates the colorful life of the Piee family that consist of his daughter, Mak Bee (Azan Irdawaty) and two adorable but mischievous grandchildren, Saiful (Saiful Apek) and Ida (Waheeda). Mak Bee is a single mother that is very dominant and has a strong personality. She is very firm and conservative in the up-bringing of her two children. She is also the kind that is very particular about the family's status quo. Saiful is an oversea university graduate. He is the hip and rugged type but likes to brag about things. He is often the victim of her mother's babbling because she is unkeen of the way Saiful portray himself. Saiful has a lover, Fasha (Fasha Sandha) the daughter of Ismail (Ismail Din) and Saleha (Sheila Mambo). Saiful did not tell her mother about his relationship with Fasha because of Mak Bee dominance in controlling the family.

In five interwoven stories, couples and families living in Kuala Lumpur navigate the complexities of love in all its forms.

Sam wants to live a normal happy life with his girlfriend and soon-to-be wife Lisa. However, Lisa is desired by many, among which includes a mentally disturbed guy named Haikal. Their nightmare begins when Haikal makes a decision to kidnap both Sam and Lisa to take revenge for her rejection towards him. Will Sam and Lisa survive their ordeal?

Alone is an emotionally gripping film prescribing humanistic care and yet keeping its commercial value.

This is a film about a Malaysian soldier, Lt. Adnan, who gave his life in defending Malaya from the Japanese invasion during World War II. It exemplifies an example of the patriotic spirit that should be in every Malaysian. Lt. Adnan was a courageous individual who was willing to give everything, including his life, for the people and nation. He also succeeded in destroying the widely held myth that Malays were good only as rebels and pirates. He believed that no matter what, as a patriotic citizen, one had to fight until the last drop of blood to defend the nation.

An undocumented immigrant explores his and his family's immigration trauma while grasping hope through a voicemail.

As an omnibus of short films, Art Through Our Eyes is inspired by the art collection found at the National Gallery Singapore. Each of the five directors – Apichatpong Weerasethakul, Brillante Mendoza, Eric Khoo, Ho Yuhang and Joko Anwar – handpicked a masterpiece from the 19th and 20th century as inspiration for their short films.

Do, who doesn't take much consideration about his marriageis circled with so many debts. He lied to his mother in law to get some money. Do and his wife eventually got a divorce and Do moved out to Kuala Lumpur to start a new life. Re on the other hand has a wife who is working at a night club whereas he stays at home and takes care of the house chores. Due to re's negligent behaviour his wife's money was stolen and he was told to leave the house bringing him dragging himself to the big city. Mi, a bachelor who is head over heels with the girl who is staying across his house often loans him some money. While Mi was out looking for a job he helped out capturing the theif who snatched a lady's handbag alongside with Re and Do who was in the area and helped out as well. They became close friends since then.

"Balistik" tells the story of Saga, a hired killer and mafia gang member. His high risk life forces Saga his wife Salina to leave him and their son. After six years, while on a mission, Saga crosses paths with Salina, but she is now the wife of Inspector Nizam, who was Saga's best friend while they were in the orphanage. Torn between his best friend and his duty to the law, Inspector Nizam has to decide whether to pursue Saga, while Saga is ordered by his leader to kill any law enforcement officer on their trail...

Inspector Mazlan and Inspector Aleza are assigned to investigate one of Malaysia's largest drug syndicate led by Raziman. This illegal syndicate has dealers all over the country and is also related to an international syndicate. At the same time, TVKL tries to reveal the drug activities in the city. The Gerak Khas Unit has to overcome many obstacles in order to wipe out the illegal syndicate. Besides that, there are few conflicts occurring in the Gerak Khas Unit itself. Can they overcome the conflicts and wipe out the illegal syndicate?

Hakin, an undercover police officer, has long infiltrated the Harimau Merah gang. Although he wishes to end his mission, Inspector Nazri urges him to continue in order to combat crime. Conflict arises when Bos, the leader of Harimau Merah, is murdered by his brother, AhB, who aspires to become the new leader. Hakin investigates AhB's operations, including the brutal murder of Uncle Hazim and the smuggling of drugs using foreign migrants.

After Kasyah looses his beloved wife and daughter, he is determined to start anew with Kate. They adopt his brother`s daughter and the couple get married. However, ill fate and misunderstanding soon befall them when Kate`s insane ex-husband and Kasyah`s ex-colleague return with bad intentions.

This film revolves around Karl Iskandar, the son of Tan Sri Hisyam Al-Bakri, who comes back to Malaysia to take over his father's business. However, his return has revealed a murder complot of a millionaire, Vincent Cheah, who was killed by Ringgo. Not just that, Iskandar also finds out that there is someone else that is involved in the complot.

A happily married couple's life takes a turn for the worse after the pregnant wife starts seeing entities that may be related to her traumatic childhood.

A celebratory road trip for three young couples takes a macabre, twisted and terrorizing detour to an abandoned town haunted by deadly childlike creatures and nothing is what it seems.

A group of college students sets out for a photoshoot at an abandoned apartment, but their project quickly turns into a waking nightmare. As eerie events unfold, they find themselves trapped in a terrifying time loop, forced to relive their own gruesome deaths. Ilyana, a final-year fashion design student, senses something unsettling upon arrival. Her curiosity leads her to an ancient artifact hidden within the decaying building. Soon after, two of her friends flee without explanation, while the remaining three desperately search for a way to break free from the relentless cycle. The deeper they dig, the more they realize the apartment holds a horrifying secret.. one that refuses to let them go.

Kamar is secretly in love with Alya, who is married to his friend, Harris. After Harris goes missing at sea, Kamar marries Alya. A tale of love and betrayal ensues when Harris whom they feared had died, returns unexpectedly.

Eager to win back his girlfriend, Kudin rushes off to join a gang of mat rempit, only to later discover that he is not welcome. It isn't until an Arabian scientist gives him a sample of magical petrol, which could turn his regular motorcycle into a "flying" one, that people start to notice him. With his fame increasing on the internet, Kudin's popularity starts to get to his head. His best friend Comel, who secretly has a crush on him, tries to lead him back to normalcy.

He may be small because he is just a kid, but Ajiboy is not just any kid. Quick-witted and smart-mouthed, he is entrusted by his father Fauzan to manage and care for Malacca’s Water Theme Park for a short while as he has matters to attend to. However, Ajiboy’s abilities are doubted by Cumi and Mat Saja, the park’s supervisors who love to take advantage of their positions by giving freebies away to women. When Ajiboy finds out, he decides to punish the two by demoting them to menial cleaning tasks, which prompts them to commit a betrayal. As if he does not have his hands full already, Ajiboy has to find a wife for his father in order to fulfil his deceased mother’s wishes.

An estranged son returns to his ailing father and discovers a deadly pact with a vengeful force, forcing him to choose between inheriting the nightmare or destroying his family.