The Golden Horse Awards, also known as the Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival and Awards, is one of the most prestigious film events in the Chinese-speaking world. The Golden Horse Awards play a crucial role in recognizing and promoting the excellence of Chinese-language cinema. The event not only honors outstanding achievements but also fosters a sense of community among filmmakers in the Chinese-speaking world.
Actor from M’sian film “Abang Adik” wins best actor award at the 60th Golden Horse Awards
Following that, a Malaysian film, Abang Adik was one of the top winners at the Golden Horse Awards, bagging the Best leading Actor Award. Directed by local filmmaker Ong Lay Jin, Abang Adik portrays the depth and resilience of human spirit as a stateless, deaf-mute individual in Malaysia’s labor class.
Source: Abang Adik (Instagram)
Talented Taiwanese actor, Wu Kang-Ren, managed to win the award by playing Abang in the movie. In his acceptance speech, the actor thanked the Malaysian cast and crew for their services and roles, in bringing the story to life.
Other than that, he also dedicated his award to his co-star Jack Tan, who helped him very much with his pronunciation and proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia.
By Malaysian, for Malaysians
Abang Adik is a movie based on two undocumented orphans who are deaf and mute living in Pudu, Kuala Lumpur. The story revolves around how the duo would have to fend for themselves and each other. It highlights the difficulties, that isn’t only limited to parental absence, but also their fundamental rights as humans.
Source: Abang Adik (Instagram)
Through the film, director Ong Lay Jin managed to highlight the issue of statelessness in the country, which often goes by unnoticed. For those who are interested in supporting local, understanding the issue further, the film is set to hit the big screens on December 14.
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