![Afdlin Shauki urges young directors to join PFM community Afdlin Shauki urges young directors to join PFM community](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71714818878_AfdlinShauki.jpg)
Afdlin Shauki urges young directors to join PFM community
Datuk Afdlin Shauki encourages young directors who are just starting out in filmmaking to join the PFM to help refine local productions.
Wed Jul 31 2024
![Expand MoC with Japan to include creative industry, filmmaking - Annuar Expand MoC with Japan to include creative industry, filmmaking - Annuar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/61654605652_AnnuarMusaTakahas.jpg)
Expand MoC with Japan to include creative industry, filmmaking - Annuar
Malaysia has proposed to Japan that the MoC on Information and Communications between the two countries be renewed by expanding the scope of cooperation, including in filmmaking and creative industry.
Tue Jun 07 2022
![Producer of controversial film Babi charged with unlicenced production Producer of controversial film Babi charged with unlicenced production](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/41626854243_BabiTohHanBoon.jpg)
Producer of controversial film "Babi" charged with unlicenced production
The producer of the controversial film titled "Babi" was charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with participating in the filmmaking and displaying posters without a licence from FINAS.
Wed Jul 21 2021
![Disney's Asia-themed 'Raya and the Last Dragon' tackles division Disney's Asia-themed 'Raya and the Last Dragon' tackles division](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/61614852893_DISNEY.jpg)
Disney's Asia-themed 'Raya and the Last Dragon' tackles division
There are broader signs of Asian filmmaking culture gaining traction in Hollywood and among global audiences.
Thu Mar 04 2021
![When can Malaysia really have great films like Parasite? When can Malaysia really have great films like Parasite?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-01/41578903971_Parasite.jpg)
When can Malaysia really have great films like Parasite?
Local film industry via its governing body FINAS needs to mould a mutually-liked strategy on how to tempt -bte noire filmmakers- with classy touches in filmmaking like Mamat Khalid and Namron.
Tue Jan 14 2020
![Halle Berry is a mother who'll stop at nothing to rescue her abducted son in 'Kidnap' Halle Berry is a mother who'll stop at nothing to rescue her abducted son in 'Kidnap'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-08/51501935956_HalleyBerry.jpg)
Halle Berry is a mother who'll stop at nothing to rescue her abducted son in 'Kidnap'
"Kidnap" is a solid and economical piece of filmmaking. It just goes to show: A big budget isn't necessary to make a big impression.
Sun Aug 06 2017
!['The Revenant' an 'homage to great filmmaking' 'The Revenant' an 'homage to great filmmaking'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-01/61452687597_Therevenant.jpg)
'The Revenant' an 'homage to great filmmaking'
"The Revenant" was filmed in Canada and Argentina; cast and crew endured tough outdoor locations and harsh weather conditions.
Wed Jan 13 2016
![The importance of local community filmmaking The importance of local community filmmaking](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-10/51444265228_beff.jpg)
The importance of local community filmmaking
Astro AWANI's Zan Azlee believes that it is important for local and indigenous communities who tell their own stories through the medium of film and video.
Thu Oct 08 2015
![Meet The New Face Of Louis Vuitton Meet The New Face Of Louis Vuitton](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://stylemag.com.my/getmedia/de9ab6ed-79d5-48e3-81d7-f12e4575e0b8/dolan2_1.png.aspx?width=295&height=200&ext=.png)
Meet The New Face Of Louis Vuitton
Canadian filmmaking wunderkind Xavier Dolan is the new face of Louis Vuitton.
Mon Sep 14 2015
![The father of mobile' cinema honoured in New York The father of mobile' cinema honoured in New York](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-07/71436248812_FATHERMOBILE.jpg)
The father of mobile' cinema honoured in New York
Sandeep Marwah, the first person to shoot a feature film on a cell phone was recognized for his impact on modern filmmaking.
Tue Jul 07 2015
![GST 2015: Will The Cost Of Filmmaking Increase? GST 2015: Will The Cost Of Filmmaking Increase?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-02/41392376516_295x200.jpg)
GST 2015: Will The Cost Of Filmmaking Increase?
With the 6% GST imposed at every production and distribution stage in the supply chain, the rise in production cost is inevitable.
Tue Jan 06 2015
![How to hit the bullseye in filmmaking How to hit the bullseye in filmmaking](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-09/81412052453_295x200.jpg)
How to hit the bullseye in filmmaking
Researching and knowing your story is crucial -- a story structure can be then broken down if a director prefers non-linear storytelling, said filmmakers.
Wed Oct 15 2014
![Bollywood scion forges a career in Hollywood Bollywood scion forges a career in Hollywood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-06/71404104288_295x200.jpg)
Bollywood scion forges a career in Hollywood
The job has made Chopra one of only a handful of Indians in Hollywood, where he hopes to match the success of his father and award-winning filmmaker brother, Aditya Chopra, back home.
Mon Jun 30 2014
Animation, digital filmmaking core curriculum for Kansas school
Education officials say a new Wichita school focused on animation and digital filmmaking may be a new model for higher education in Kansas.
Sun Nov 18 2012
George Lucas' filmmaking rooted in rebellion
Star Wars director George Lucas rose to fame due to his "anti-corporate" attitude.
Sun Nov 04 2012