Da Huang Pictures filmmaker Tan Chui Mui has issued her own “Letter of Demand” to advertising agency Leo Burnett Malaysia.
This comes a day after the agency issued a demand letter to Chui Mui and Da Huang Pictures following her allegations that the agency plagiarised her story for the 'Rubber Boy' Petronas Raya advertisement.
"I don’t have a lawyer to write a legal letter yet, so I will write this letter myself,” she said in a statement posted on her Facebook page.
She would like to demand for three things from Leo Burnett and gave the agency 48 hours to produce the evidences.
First, she would like the “Ah Pa’s Sacrifice” developed by Leo Burnett.
READ: Filmmaker says producer of 'Rubber Boy' stole her idea
“For a fair comparison of the two stories, please show us the said script of “Ah Pa’s Sacrifice”, which was sent to my team on the 22 December 2014,” she said.
She also explained that she had sent a script to Leo Burnett creative director a day after they had an online group discussion titled “Petronas CNY”.
“Kindly prove that a similar story was written by Leo Burnett before the date 23 Dec 2014,” she said.
She said the pitch to James Yap was also based on a micro-short story published on December 13, 2011.
Her third demand is for Leo Burnett to prove that a similar story was written and published before December 13, 2011.
READ: 'Rubber Boy is my family's story', says Leo Burnett creative director
In other development, Leo Burnett said it does not see it appropriate to ventilate a dispute over social media.
“Leo Burnett will therefore be initiating legal proceedings against Tan Chui Mui and other parties to have the matter heard at the appropriate forum.
“In the circumstances, Leo Burnett will not comment further on the issue on social media and will let the Courts decide on the matter,” it said in a statement.
On Wednesday, Leo Burnett wants Tan Chui Mui to retract her statements posted on social media, which was then published on mainstream media.
“Despite an earlier explanation to Da Huang Pictures by Leo Burnett that their treatment and the Rubber Boy webfilm have different storylines, Tan Chui Mui continued to make these false allegations through her Facebook page,” the agency said.
Syafique Shuib
Fri Jul 01 2016
Filmmaker Tan Chui Mui demands three things from advertising agency Leo Burnett.
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on Budget 2025 optimism
The benchmark index, which opened 1.85 points higher at 1,643.29, moved between 1,641.71 and 1,649.31 throughout the trading session.
Five important aspects relating to people’s lives in Budget 2025 - PM
The focus is on driving the MADANI Economy, speeding reforms, cutting red tape, raising wages, and tackling the cost of living.
Economic outlook: Govt plans to leverage, expand existing city transit system
The expansion aims to provide a more efficient and reliable public transportation network, reduce congestion, and improve accessibility.