Khairi Anwar and Tan Meng Kheng, the director and producer of the film of Mentega Terbang respectively, have been charged in the magistrate’s court, with "deliberate intention of wounding the religious feelings of others". We speak to Fahri Azzat about these charges, the legalities involved, and what this turn of events indicate for the creative industries and freedom of expression in the country.

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Categories:  government

Tags:  local films,  freedom of speech,  malaysian films,  local movies,  mentega terbang,