The story begins when an artist named Allen created a mural for the company, which everyone appreciated, but then led to a negative impression of Johor Bahru, especially discussions related to security.
During the conversation, it was mentioned that Johor Bahru is famous for robbery and theft. Some foreigners even believe that if they have not been robbed in Johor Bahru, they have not really been here. This has raised concerns about Johor Bahru's image.
One character emphasizes that art should reflect the reality of the city, while another wants to convey some positivity, pointing out that Johor Bahru also has things to be proud of, such as its food and outdoor activities.
As conversations progressed, government officials said the mural harmed Johor Bahru's image and planned to cover it up. Faced with this decision, some characters proposed to keep the mural and add the image of the police next to it to improve the image of Johor Bahru.
Reflections on social responsibility emerged during the dialogue, and it was believed that improving public security should be the result of everyone's joint efforts, rather than unilateral criticism.
Finally, the characters discussed how to convey positive energy, encouraged everyone to stay optimistic, and emphasized the importance of conveying more positive information to social progress.
Encountering a bandit on a corner
(轉角遇到匪)
Malaysia/2024/10 min
Allen Chin
“Hello everyone, I’m Allen Chin from Johor Bahru, the southernmost city of Malaysia. “
I come from a modest family, received a basic education, and have always pursued the things I love. I’m known as the “happy-go-lucky” one and love to play pranks on others.
Since childhood, I’ve been passionate about basketball and joined a local team. The disciplinedtraining instilled in me a “never-give-up” spirit, driving me to do my best in everything Iundertake. Johor Bahru, geographically and politically, isn’t as favored as our capital, so the people here work especially hard to get recognized. That’s why Johor Bahru has produced so many outstanding individuals.
With 15 years of experience in filmmaking and 15 years of entrepreneurship, I’ve faced the highs and lows of life with a positive outlook. The film industry has evolved significantly over these 15 years—from large film Camcorder to today’s mirrorless cameras—and I’ve always embraced the challenge of being the first to try new things. I’m deeply grateful for the friends who’ve encouraged me along the way, and I also thank those who doubted me, as they fueled my drive.
Having the opportunity to bring a Malaysian micro film to Hong Kong is a great honor, and I hope it marks a new beginning. My goal is to create more inspiring works, impacting fellow creatives and spreading positive energy to audiences.
