New film censorship guidelines launched to boost production of high-quality works
The main pillars incorporated in new censorship guidelines are public order and safety, religion and morality and sociocultural perspective.
Mon May 20 2024
For Malaysian filmmakers, censorship stifles optimism after overseas glory
Under Malaysian law, films intended for public viewing must be approved by the Film Censorship Board.
Sat Feb 10 2024
“Mentega Terbang” director, producer get leave to challenge Home Ministry’s ban on film
Mohd Khairianwar Jailani and Tan Meng Kheng are seeking an order to revoke the ban and declare the Film Censorship Act unconstitutional.
Wed Jan 31 2024
Decision to cancel screening of 'Lightyear' movie made by distributor - LPF
The decision to cancel the screenings of the animated movie 'Lightyear' in Malaysia was made by its distributor, said Film Censorship Board (LPF).
Fri Jun 17 2022
Hong Kong passes film censorship law to 'safeguard national security'
The film censorship law was aimed at content deemed to "endorse, support, glorify, encourage and incite activities that might endanger national security."
Wed Oct 27 2021
Seniman lodges police report against Namewee's latest film
Seniman says films produced in Malaysia must be in accordance with the guidelines stipulated by the FINAS and Film Censorship Board.
Sat Dec 12 2020
Local activist fined RM10,000 for screening uncensored movie
A local activist was fined RM10,000 or one year imprisonment today for screening a movie, "No Fire Zone: The Killing Fields of Sri Lanka" which had not been approved by the Film Censorship Board.
Wed Mar 22 2017
Beauty and the Beast fiasco: Malaysia firm not to allow movie release
The government is firm in its stand to not allow the screening of the film 'Beauty and the Beast' in the country if Walt Disney could not meet the Film Censorship Board's request for a minor cut invol
Sat Mar 18 2017
LPF does not censor film contents - Nur Jazlan
The Film Censorship Board (LPF) will not censor all acts of violence, sex and deviant teachings found in films as too much of censoring is not good for the society
Mon Apr 04 2016
For Their Eyes Only: India board censors Bond's kissing
Central Board of Film Certification has cut the length of two passionate embrace scenes between Daniel Craig and his co-stars Monica Bellucci and Lea Seydoux.
Thu Nov 19 2015
Film Censorship Act provision constitutional, Federal Court rules
It is an offence for a person to screen a film prior to approval by the Film Censorship Board, the Federal Court rules.
Mon Sep 14 2015
More online film screenings, fees to be increased - Zahid
Home Minister said the Film Censorship Board will expedite the film screening process by expanding online screenings.
Tue May 27 2014
'The Raid 2: Berandal' banned due to excessive violence
The movie The Raid 2: Berandal by director Gareth Evans is banned as it contains too many violent scenes.
Tue Apr 08 2014
'Noah' banned in Malaysia
The film 'Noah' has been banned and will not be screened in Malaysia as it was deemed insensitive to the local community.
Fri Apr 04 2014
KOMAS staff to be charged for screening documentary film
KOMAS program officer to appear in court on September 19 for screening the No Fire Zone, the Killing Fields of Sri Lanka film.
Wed Sep 18 2013