The Act of Killing
2012·117 min·Joshua Oppenheimer, Anonymous, Christine Cynn
DocumentaryBiographyCrimeNot Rated92%
Anwar Congo, Herman Koto, Syamsul Arifin
A documentary which challenges former Indonesian death-squad leaders to reenact their mass-killings in whichever cinematic genres they wish, including classic Hollywood crime scenarios and lavish musical numbers.
Why you'll love it
While not centered on a Malay girl, it features significant cultural themes and the impact of history on personal identity.
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Sepet
2004·104 min·Yasmin Ahmad
RomanceComedyDrama0
Choo Seong Ng, Sharifah Amani, Linus Chung
A look at how two young lovers from totally different background cope with family and social pressure.
Why you'll love it
A romantic drama that explores the relationship between a Malay girl and a Chinese boy, highlighting cultural differences and love.
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