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Hype Malaysia
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Only One Week Of Screening? Fans Demand Extended Cinema Run For 'Gantung: Musketeer Code'
When a new film is released in cinemas, moviegoers typically have a few weeks, sometimes up to a month, to catch it on the big screen. This window not only gives fans time to watch, but also allows the production company a chance to turn a profit. But what happens when a film's cinema run is cut short? What if it doesn't make enough money? And what about fans who were eager to watch, only to find it's no longer showing at their nearest cinema? Malaysian fans have expressed disappointment after discovering that the latest local film, 'Gantung: Musketeer Code', is no longer available in cinemas. Here's the story: Earlier this week, Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC) announced that Wednesday (11th June) would be the final day to catch 'Gantung: Musketeer Code' on the big screen, after just seven days in cinemas. This prompted netizens to plead with the company to extend the film's run, as many were occupied with Hari Raya Haji celebrations when the film first premiered. The film's director, Nadia Mohammad Hatta, also known as Nadia Khan, even took to Twitter to appeal to GSC and TGV Cinemas not to halt the screening. She argued that the film should remain in cinemas for at least two weeks, as it is protected under the 'Skim Wajib Tayang' policy. Much to her disappointment, GSC simply replied: 'Hi, this is the last day, okay?'. For those unfamiliar, 'Skim Wajib Tayang' requires that a film be screened in cinemas for a minimum of two weeks. However, screenings may be moved from a larger hall to a smaller one for various reasons, such as low audience turnout or viewership. Cinema operators are also permitted to withdraw an approved film entirely if the number of viewers falls below 15%. But even if GSC was legally within its rights to stop screening the film, many fans remain upset with the decision. Some criticised the cinema company's dismissive response to the director, while others pointed out that the film's inconvenient release date, coinciding with Hari Raya Haji, was not taken into account. Fans also accused GSC of hypocrisy, pointing out that while the company has often encouraged Malaysians to support local films, it refused to extend the cinema run of 'Gantung: Musketeer Code.' At the time of writing, GSC has yet to respond to demands. Meanwhile, TGV is still screening the film in two outlets, which are at Strand Kota Damansara and Wangsa Walk. Although very limited, at least fans will still have this chance to watch it in cinemas before it's too late! Here's the trailer for the film: Sources: Twitter (1)(2), Finas What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Rakyat Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rakyat Post
Local Film Gantung No Longer Screening In GSC After One Weekend, Malaysians Cry 'Wajib Tayang' But What Is It?
Subscribe to our FREE Malaysian cinemas screen many blockbuster movies over weeks, and sometimes months, to offer as many movie-goers as they can a chance to watch the most anticipated films at the time. However, triple-A mega Hollywood films tend to overshadow local films which many Malaysian directors and producers have worked hard on. This is why a certain framework exists to push Malaysian-made movies in cinemas and ensure they get as many eyeballs on them as they could over a specific time period. Recently, a Malaysian movie director took to social media to appeal to local cinemas that is halting her movie's screening in its halls after just one week of runtime. Nadia Mohammad Hatta, better known as Nadia Khan, tweeted to Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC) and Tanjung Golden Village (TGV) asking them to not halt the screening of her movie Gantung: Musketeer Code after just one week. Nadia then highlighted that her film should be screened over at least two weeks as it is protected under the ' Skim Wajib Tayang '. Tolonglah dengar rayuan penonton ni untuk GANTUNG: MUSKETEER CODE 🙌🏻 Ramai yang tak sempat tengok minggu lepas sebab sibuk beraya. Paling tak pun, extend la sampai hujung minggu ni. Jangan terus tarik tayangan lepas hanya seminggu 😔 — neddo khan (@neddokhan) 'Please listen to the audience for Gantung: Musketeer Code. Many have not had the chance to watch it because they were busy with Hari Raya Haji. 'At least extend it to this weekend. Don't pull it out after only a week,' she said. The outrage began after GSC on Twitter replied to Nadia's post yesterday, saying: 'Hi, today is the last day ya.' Hai, hari ini last day ya. — GSC (@GSCinemas) Based on our checks, GSC has stopped its screening of Gantung: Musketeer Code. However, it is still available at TGV cinemas, at least until 18 June, for now. The Mandatory Screening Scheme So what is Skim Wajib Tayang? As its name suggests, the mandatory screening scheme is a regulatory framework administered by the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia, otherwise known as FINAS. Introduced via FINAS regulations in June 2005, it mandates cinemas screen qualified local or joint-venture Malaysian films in their main halls for at least 14 consecutive days. The scheme's main goals are to protect Malaysian-made films from being overshadowed by foreign blockbusters (in terms of timing and number of screens), as well as ensure local films receive prime theatrical exposure – especially during the crucial weeks after their release. This scheme is not automatic. Filmmakers, producers can submit an application six months prior to their movies' cinema release date. This is then subject to approval by Finas. As for Gantung: Musketeer Code, it does fall under Skim Wajib Tayang. Guaranteed 2 weeks? As mentioned, FINAS stipulates a 14-day mandatory screening in cinemas' main halls under this scheme. But here's the twist – if after 4 days, less than 30% of the seats are filled, the movie can be moved to a smaller screen. And if it drops below 15% after just 3 days? The cinema can choose to pull the movie entirely. But, cinemas can also choose to keep screening despite low numbers. We've reached out to GSC to get their take on this movie specifically but have not received a reply at press time. Skim Wajib Tayang is basically the government's way of giving Malaysian films a fighting chance – locking in screen time, pushing for better stories, stronger marketing, and keeping the local film scene buzzing with healthy competition. Numbers paint a picture On FINAS' website, you can take a look at the movies that fall under Skim Wajib Tayang and how much they made at the cinemas. As of 29 May this year, there have been 30 movies screened which were approved under Skim Wajib Tayang for 2025. Of the 30, only one movie did not hit the two-week screening period. Raya Emas: Salako Sacred Treasure was screened for 7 days and collected RM6,776.30 with only 429 audiences. The other 29 movies were screened for at least 14 days with the highest number of days going to Blood Brothers: Bara Naga (updated as of 11 June) at 58 days. Fun fact: it is still screening in some cinemas. The movie has collected RM73,453,172.04 so far. Crowd favourite Ejen Ali The Movie 2 is still going strong at 13 days with a collection of RM39,075,374.79. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: College thriller gets remake with darker story
BACK in 2018, screenwriter Nadia Khan served Malaysian viewers with 'Gantung', a college thriller that served as both a "whodunit" and buddy movie with a tragic and disturbing storyline. Viewed by millions on the small screen, this hit series saw popular Indonesian actor Randy Pangalila play an angry young man named Gibbs, who with his buddies Ray, KJ and Troll, were suspected of driving a depressed female college mate to suicide by hanging. 'Gantung' is back by popular demand, now as a 2-hour feature film with a new cast. Retitled as 'Gantung: Musketeer Code', it stays true to the series and is once again set in an elite school somewhere in Kuala Lumpur. Now directed by Nadia herself instead of Shamyl Othman, the film is also produced by Neddo Works, her company. At the recent preview of 'Gantung' in GSC Mid Valley Megamall, Nadia said that she chose to make the novel and television series into a movie as a result of strong feedback from netizens over the years. "It wasn't easy to get this off the ground but thank God I did. This was achieved through a crowdfundiong effort, and we successfully raised RM200,000 to make the movie back in 2020." DELAYED Sadly, the movie was delayed for three years because of the Covid-19 pandemic and its subsequent Movement Control Order (MCO). "Filming was done in December 2023 and took a month," said Nadia. She added that while many viewers might not have caught the series on television, moviegoers need not watch it before catching the new movie. "Both stories stand on their own, just that some of the actors are different and the way the story is told is different, too," said Nadia. YOUNG CAST The movie, which opened in cinemas on June 5, boasts a star-studded young cast from Malaysia and Indonesia, with lots of established Malaysian stars in cameo or supporting roles. It stars Ikmal Amry, Ben Amir, Hafreez Adam, Brandon Salim, Shazia Rozaini, Gita Sucia, Taufiq Hanafi, Nelissa Nizam, Bront Palarae, Datin Sofia Jane, Chew Kin Wah, Sangeeta Krishnasamy, Sharifah Sofia, Amanda Ang, Anas Ridzuan, Nadiya Nisaa and Siti Saleha Baharom. Nadia said that there will be sequels to 'Gantung' as it is the first of her three novels in the Gantung series which she penned more than a decade ago. "And the ending of the movie clearly shows that the story of Ray, Gibbs, KJ and Troll will be continued," she said, describing it as a youth-oriented story, part murder mystery, part horror, and part teen soap opera. SOLOZ Ikmal, who has won praise for his role as the villain in Syafiq Yusof's 'Soloz' early this year, said that while he is the hero this time, he is still an angry young man with family issues. "I'm Ray, the de facto storyteller here, and while he's once again angsty, I like such characters as they are realistic." Ben said that he was the "odd man out" amongst the four main characters, as Randy had chosen not to reprise his role as "alpha male" Gibbs. "I was asked not to follow Randy's version of Gibbs and instead portray the 'taiko' of the gang my own way," he said, adding that his version of Gibbs was less aggressive and more subtle than Randy's. JOCK Hafreez said that he was happy to reprise his role as Troll, because the "jock" among the boys was both funny and tragic. "He's very much a poor, little rich boy. He masks his pain behind a somewhat arrogant image," he said. Nadia said that the story was basically about Ray's friendship with his childhood and college buddies and how he is protective of them, even if they break the law and cause harm to others in the same college. "They always have his back, and vice-versa, and they live by this principle which they nickname as The Musketeer Code," she said. FEMINIST Shazia, who plays the main female character Farah, said that she was the "school feminist" who campaigns against sexism. "However, Farah also lives a contradictory life, as she is in a relationship with a seemingly sexist boyfriend Gibbs," she said. BROTHER Nadia said that the key cameos in the movie are Sofia, Chew and Sangeetha as teachers in the college, Bront as the brother of the dead girl who demands justice, Siti Saleha as the manager of the school cafe and Amanda as a concerned parent. Nadia said that the story might be a little confusing thanks to the flashbacks, but that was beauty of a thought-provoking script and novel. "It is not meant to be a straightforward tale, but one where each character has his or her own story to tell and his or her owh demons to face," she said. "At the heart of it all, is the timeless message of being honest with oneself and being a true friend despite life's challenges and tragedies."
New Straits Times
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Ben Amir: I didn't move to the Philippines because of girlfriend
KUALA LUMPUR: Actor Ben Amir has debunked rumours that his move to Siargao Island in the Philippines was prompted by a romantic relationship. While he confirmed he's currently in a relationship, he stressed that his decision to relocate had no bearing on it. The Spanar Jaya X star, whose real name is Muhammad Amir Sabaruddin, explained that he's in Siargao to establish a restaurant and resort business. "Yes, I'm in a relationship, but that's got nothing to do with me going to Siargao. We've known each other for two years, and she's from the Philippines too," he said at the premiere of his latest film, Gantung: Musketeer Code, at GSC Mid Valley Megamall yesterday. Ben added that his restaurant and resort are slated to commence operations by year-end. "Becoming an entrepreneur has always been part of my dreams, and I'm very happy in Siargao right now. "Nevertheless, I still love acting and I'll appear in Malaysian productions from time to time." Gantung tells the gripping story of four college friends accused of causing the death of a female peer by hanging. Directed by Nadia Khan, the film opens on June 5 and also features Ikmal Amry, Hafreez Adam, Shazia Rozaini, and Taufiq Hanafi.
