The Red Kebaya
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The Red Kebaya is a 2006
Malaysian period drama film released by Golden Screen Cinemas
, directed by Oliver Knott and produced by Andre Berly and Ramli Hassan. The film premiered in Malaysian cinemas on November 23, 2006 and is rated PG13.
had only 3 weeks to learn and memorise his lines in Malay.
Initially the owners of the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
were reluctant to have their premise used for filming. But after a series of meetings and much persuasion that lead them to better understand the concept of the movie, they finally allowed the crew and cast in.
The film's budget is an estimated RM
1.5 million.
2006 in film
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Malaysian period drama film released by Golden Screen Cinemas
Golden Screen Cinemas
Golden Screen Cinemas is the largest chain of cinemas in Malaysia. The biggest cinema is located at Mid Valley Megamall. It houses 18 screen cinemas and has 2899 seats which is the largest in Malaysia.- History :...
, directed by Oliver Knott and produced by Andre Berly and Ramli Hassan. The film premiered in Malaysian cinemas on November 23, 2006 and is rated PG13.
Synopsis
Latiff (Ramli Hassan) a famous but lonely photographer was orphaned as a small child. He sets out on an expedition to photograph abandoned houses around Malaysia. On his journey he is haunted by images and sounds that remind him of his traumatic childhood. At one particular house on the island of Penang, Latiff is magically transported back over 50 years to witness the shocking events that occurred there. Through his experience, Latiff comes to understand the significance of the Red Kebaya, a traditional Malay outfit, and the tragic circumstances that led to him being orphaned.Main
- Ramli Hassan as Latiff
- Vanida Imran as Azizah
- Bob MercerBob MercerBob Mercer is a British screen actor. Recent roles include John Reynolds in the movie The Red Kebaya. Other movie work includes Emotional Backgammon , Inside Out and Sorted....
as John Reynolds - Samantha Schubert as Davina Reynolds
Supporting
- Zahim Albakri as Hoggy
- Sabera Shaik as Amber
- Fauziah Nawi as Makcik
- Elaine Daly as Nurul
- Patrick TeohPatrick TeohPatrick Teoh is a well-known actor and radio personality in Malaysia. A distinguished career in radio, TV, stage and movies spanning more than 3 decades has earned Patrick the nickname of "Voice Of Malaysia", bestowed by his fans and the Malaysian mass media.-Early life:Patrick Teoh was born in...
as Loong - Jo Kukathas as Shanti
- Sham Sunder as Maniam
- Paula Malai AliPaula Malai AliPaula Malai Ali Othman is a television personality from Brunei. Formerly a veejay for Channel V, she is now a presenter for ESPN Star Sports....
as Dorothy Chapman - Stuart Payne as David Chapman
- Mohd Afif Abdul Halim as young Latiff
- Farah Ahmad as dancer 1
Production crew
- Producers: Andre Berly and Ramli Hassan
- Original Music: Abbs Abdali
- Cinematography: Raja Muhkriz Raja Ahmad
- Film Editing: Kate James
- Sound Department: Vincent Poon and Alex Thong
- Visual Effects: Jamie Hediger and Michelle Hunt
- Digital Producer: Jonathan Dixon
- Music-score engineer/technician: Matthew J Clinch
Production
Principal photography took 35 days, shooting was done entirely in Malaysia. Actor Bob MercerBob Mercer
Bob Mercer is a British screen actor. Recent roles include John Reynolds in the movie The Red Kebaya. Other movie work includes Emotional Backgammon , Inside Out and Sorted....
had only 3 weeks to learn and memorise his lines in Malay.
Initially the owners of the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is located at 14 Leith Street, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The mansion's indigo-blue outer wall makes it a very distinct building in the area....
were reluctant to have their premise used for filming. But after a series of meetings and much persuasion that lead them to better understand the concept of the movie, they finally allowed the crew and cast in.
The film's budget is an estimated RM
Ringgit
Ringgit mostly refers to the Malaysian ringgit, which is the local currency in Malaysia, but it can also refer to the Brunei dollar or Singapore dollar in the Malay language. The word ringgit was originally used to refer to the serrated edges of Spanish silver dollars widely circulated in the area...
1.5 million.
Awards and nominations
20th Malaysian Film Festival (2007)- Best Film
- Best Actress - Vanida Imran (WON)
- Best Actor - Ramli Hassan
- Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Zahim Albakri
- Best Actress in a Supporting Role - Samantha Schubert
- Best Sound Effects - Addaudio Ex. (WON)
- Best Costume Designer/ Garment - Shamsu Yusof (WON)
- Best Poster (WON)
- Best Cinematography - Raja Mukhriz Raja Ahmad Kamaruddin
- Best Original Music Score - S. Atan
- Best Original Theme Song - S. Atan