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The Big Durian

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In this intriguing docudrama, director Amir Muhammad examines a strange incident that occurred in October 1987 in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. On a seemingly ordinary day, a random soldier started firing in the streets with an M16 rifle, causing a panic throughout the city and even rumors of riots (thought to be racial in nature). Attempting to sort out the cause of the events and what actually happened, Muhammad blends interviews from eye witnesses with dramatic reenactments.

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David Walsh World Socialist Web Site The Big Durian manages to enlighten, disturb and amuse. It's a valuable work. Feb 15, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member When races are racing everyone go bersek... interesting topic, even if I don't really like played interviews... Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/20/23 Full Review Audience Member Solid. Dream team, eh? Well done, Amir. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/15/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In this intriguing docudrama, director Amir Muhammad examines a strange incident that occurred in October 1987 in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. On a seemingly ordinary day, a random soldier started firing in the streets with an M16 rifle, causing a panic throughout the city and even rumors of riots (thought to be racial in nature). Attempting to sort out the cause of the events and what actually happened, Muhammad blends interviews from eye witnesses with dramatic reenactments.
Director
Amir Muhammad
Screenwriter
Amir Muhammad
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
Malayalam
Runtime
1h 14m