FINAS and TVS collaborate to transform creative idea pitching in film industry
KUCHING: The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) and TVS have formed a strategic alliance to revolutionise the way creative ideas are pitched in Malaysia’s film industry, aiming for a more impactful and unified approach. FINAS chief executive officer Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib stressed the crucial role of pitching creative ideas in the creation of […]
FINAS CEO: Importance of readiness and embracing changes brought about by AI
KUCHING: The exploration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology within Malaysia’s film industry involves understanding its transformative impact and recognising how AI enhancements can elevate the industry holistically. National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) chief executive officer Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib stressed the importance of readiness and embracing the changes brought about by AI technology. “Globally […]
Finas to review, fine tune compulsory screening scheme
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) is studying several suggestions to improve the Compulsory Screening Scheme to boost the quality of local film productions. Its chief executive officer, Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib said the suggestions included injecting funds in script development and marketing plans. “… for us to invest in a production, […]
Swinburne Sarawak lecturer appointed as FINAS member
KUCHING: A senior lecturer at Swinburne University of Technology’s Sarawak campus is among six individuals appointed as a new member of the Malaysian National Film Development Corporation (FINAS) effective Aug 1 to July 31, 2025. Gregory Wee Lik Hoo received his appointment letter from Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil at a ceremony held here […]
Studio plan to facilitate film production
KUCHING: Sarawak is set to have a film studio that can provide a platform for movie production. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu hoped the National Film Development Corporation (FINAS) could assist the state establish one film set such as the Iskandar Malaysia Studios (IMS) in Johor. “If you […]
Aye to civil defence force’s training centre
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has agreed in general to support the establishment of a training centre for the Malaysia Civil Defence Force (MCDF) Sarawak. This was conveyed by Abang Johari after receiving a courtesy call from the APM delegation led by APM Sarawak director Abdul Wahab Rahim at Wisma […]
Comedy duo hits it in sitcom Belon Angkasa
KUCHING: Belon Angkasa, the first Malaysian sitcom to use a “space station” as the background of the story is the first production to use the new studio facility of FINAS Sarawak for film activities. According to a press release from TV Sarawak (TVS), the Sarawak-Malay language sitcom tells the story of a group of Sarawak […]
Snowdan receives courtesy call
KUCHING: Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Snowdan Lawan received a courtesy call recently from National Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) chief executive officer (CEO) Nasir Ibrahim along with senior officers from FINAS. The courtesy call took place at Snowdan’s office located in Bangunan Baitulmakmur, Level 17 here. Topics discussed at the […]
Take the cue from Mat Kilau
KUCHING: The roaring success of Mat Kilau on the silver screen is proof that there is a huge appetite for films based on local history. And Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law), Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar wants the local film industry to exploit this potential fully. National Film Development […]
Platform to help youths venture into creative field
KUCHING: The Sarawak ICT & Multimedia Apprentice Raising Talent (SMART) incubator programme is a platform that helps youths venture into the field of multimedia entrepreneurship and creative industries. Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) deputy director-general for entrepreneurship Datuk Zulfikri Osman said it was consistent with the provision of training and skills given to graduates of institutions […]
