KUALA LUMPUR, 28 AUGUST 2009 -- Fifteen independent film-makers have an online platform for their films, according to Malaysian WiMAX telco Packet One Networks (P1).
P1 chief executive officer Michael Lai said the 15Malaysia project, which is the result of collaboration with producer Pete Teo and 15 of the country's independent film-makers, was to take advantage of a wider audience through broadband.
"The 15 independent film-makers, arguably among some of the most talented in the country, have a strong online following,” said Lai. “Some have even received international acclaim for their work but are largely unknown to the Malaysian public."
15Malaysia is produced by Pete Teo, who also produced the country’s most successful independent online viral campaign, Malaysian Artists For Unity (MAFU). “A lot of people from all walks of life came together to produce 15Malaysia but this is by no means a finished project. We want Malaysians to be inspired, to interact with the films and to go out and make their own short films," said Teo.
The film-makers and cast include the late Yasmin Ahmad, Ho Yuhang, James Lee, Tan Chui Mui, Amir Muhammad, Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai, Amber Chia, Datuk Haji Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat, Sharifah Amani, Jason Lo, Khairy Jamaluddin, Harith Iskandar, Datuk Zaid Ibrahim, Daphne Iking, Tian Chua, Sarah Lian, Serena C., Patrick Teoh, Baki Zainal and Ida Nerina.
Free downloads
Lai said each short film in the 15Malaysia project would be available for free online (www.P1.com.my from 17 August).
“There is no culture without arts and there is no innovation without creativity," he said. "The 15Malaysia project will unveil the immense hidden talents and creative potential that is prevalent in our country."
“The showcase features an interesting and wide range of styles, treatments, and themes unique to each of the film-maker,” he said. “The short films are expected to be a hit and relate well to Malaysians as the film-makers draw inspiration from the intricate cultural and social fabric that makes Malaysia such a diverse nation.”
