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Abang Adik

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An undocumented orphan in Malaysia is resigned to a life of poverty, but his younger sibling burns with indignation. A brutal accident upsets their relationship's fragile balance.
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Richard Kuipers Variety 11/20/2024
The mightily impressive first feature written and directed by renowned producer Jin Ong will move many viewers to tears. Go to Full Review Nicholas Oon Maximum Hype (YouTube) Aug 31
The film cements its place in Malaysian cinema history with thoughtful performances and searing social commentary on the perils of the forgotten, the marginalised, and the desperate within its society. Go to Full Review Frank J. Avella The Contending 12/19/2024
B+
The film is heartbreaking and mesmerizing, a truly impressive debut with two superb central performances. And both Abang and Adik are part of a queer community, which is nice to see depicted onscreen without the usual homo-or-trans-phobic drama. Go to Full Review Jennie Kermode Eye for Film 05/13/2024
5/5
There are no weak links in this film, but Kang Ren Wu’s performance is extraordinary. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Vince Q. @Vincedeq Oct 30 This Malaysian Best Foreign Film offering provides a moving story of friendship and betrayal against a backdrop of poverty and social inequality. Exceptional performance from Taiwanese actor Wu Kang-Ren. See more Read all reviews
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Lay Jin Ong

Director

Wu Kang Ren

Abang

Jack Tan

Adi

April Chan

Actor

Serene Lim

Jia En

Bront Palarae

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Movie Info

Synopsis An undocumented orphan in Malaysia is resigned to a life of poverty, but his younger sibling burns with indignation. A brutal accident upsets their relationship's fragile balance.
Director
Lay Jin Ong
Producer
Trini Lam, Nicole Teoh
Screenwriter
Lay Jin Ong
Production Co
MM2 Entertainment, New Century Southward Development, More Entertainment
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
Malay
Runtime
1h 55m
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