"A Malaysian version of the highly acclaimed 'Godfather' is currently in the making and will be out in the cinema by end of the year," said local filmmaker who only wants to be known as 'Y'. While the film is in progress, she would like to remain anonymous for fear of getting shot before the film is completed.
The multi-award winning filmmaker said that the storyline is loosely based on the acquittal of former Sabah minister Datuk Conrad Mojuntin. She said that this story is entirely Made-In-Malaysia and she is sure that there would be no censorship issues. After all, it has already been widely reported in all the major dailies.
On April Fool’s Day, The Star published a report saying that Mojuntin, 61, has been acquitted of a charge of criminal intimidation in connection with the fatal shooting of a 20-year-old man, Anthony Chang Kim Fook, outside Penampang near here about three years ago.
Some believed that former Youth and Sports Minister of the state from 1982 till 1885 was innocent. After all, how could the 'champion' of Youths possibly had any reason to shoot a young man just past his teens? Surely he can't be such a hypocrite?
Well, with elements of mystery, murder, and gang fights, Y is certain that this movie would be an instant hit, especially for those in East Malaysia.
Movie Synopsis:
(Names have been changed to protect identities of individuals)
In 2005, the local newspapers reported the death of a Sabahan youth, who was found dead outside a library at the Penampang area (nearby Kota Kinabalu). The deceased was identified as Anson Chen Ah Fook, a fishmonger, and the third of seven siblings.
At least three versions of Anson’s death popped up in the local newspapers. Although there are variations, one common theme is found in all the stories that had arose in the days after his death - feud. It was believed that the young Sabahan was killed as a result of some “gang fight” which was said to be resolved, until news of Anson’s death proved otherwise.
A fight outside of a local pub in Penampang was the interlude before Anson’s sudden demise. El Macino, from an elite family among the Sabah community, was part of the scene outside the discotheque which turned him from a respected ex-politician to a man who could be a murderer of a local fishmonger.
Fast forward to April 2008, and Macino was finally acquitted, after a three-year court battle. The story ended, of course, with Macino, as the victor whereas for Anson’s side, therein lies the downside of the case which were grief and disappointment.
But which version of the story is really true? The flashbacks reveals startling insights into the underground world of East Malaysia and the gripping truth about issues of justice and safety in the Malaysian community.
According to Y, their designers are already working on the film's merchandise. She believes there would be high demand for their "Shoot and Run" T-shirts.
1 comment:
Great stuff. When are the t-shirts going on sale? ;)
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