Thoughts on Films

Putting Humanity First – The Short Films of KKIFF 2017 (part 1)

Leading up to the tenth Kota Kinabalu International Film Festival, Fikri Jermadi takes a look back at some films from the 2017 edition.

Fikri Jermadi is quite excited about Tony Pietra Arjuna’s latest film.

Adi Iskandar reflects on a cinematic battle royale awaiting Indonesian audiences this coming Independence Day.

Having seen Amir Muhammad’s latest film, Hassan Muthalib shares his thoughts about the documentary on the legendary Malaysian filmmaker.

Originally published on The Conversation, Nonie May critically considers indigenous representation and nationhood in ‘The Australian Dream’.

Fikri Jermadi peels back the layers of Gina S. Noer’s sensitive film on a sensitive issue.

Originally published on Lens, Andrew Ng considers the enjoyment of exploring fear through horror films.

Adi Iskandar digs in deep with the first Palme d’Or winner he saw in the cinema for a long time.