FINAS to give full briefing on problems it is facing - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil will get a full briefing from the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) on the agency's problems and the actions that can be taken.
Thu Jan 19 2023
Two main points agreed upon after first round of talks to amend Finas Act - Saifuddin
Two main points were agreed upon following today's first round of talks to amend the National Film Development Corporation (FINAS) Act 1981 (Act 244).
Thu Aug 20 2020
Finas disappointed with e-commerce platform selling pirated films, 'Keluarga Iskandar' among the victims
The National Film Development Corporation (Finas) is conducting an investigation into the sale of pirated local films on e-commerce platforms.
Mon Aug 03 2020
No intention to restrict personal freedom on social media with Finas Act
The government has no intention to use the National Film Development Corporation (Finas) Act 1981 to restrict the personal freedom of individuals on social media.
Thu Jul 23 2020
Al-Jazeera: KKMM checks licence, acreditation
KKMM is checking to find out if the controversial documentary published by Al-Jazeera recently was licensed by FINAS before being produced.
Sun Jul 19 2020
FINAS wants to air old films
Finas might work with Bernama to get 'airtime' to start a special channel for that purpose to provide information to the younger generations.
Wed Jul 15 2020
Public encouraged to visit cinemas, support local film industry
Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah said moviegoers need not worry as cinema companies were ready to adhere to strict guidelines for the safety of the audience.
Sat Jul 04 2020
Make 'Road to Oscar' a reality - Saifuddin
Films that revolve around the Malay world, culture and religions can bring the local film industry to greater heights including going to the Oscar.
Tue Jun 16 2020
Need to update National Creative Industry Policy - PTVM
The revenue from the new platform is said to be much more lucrative than screening films in theatres.
Sun May 31 2020
Zakaria Abd Hamid appointed as new FINAS chairman - Saifuddin
Zakaria Abd Hamid has been appointed as the new chairman of the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) effective today.
Sun May 24 2020
Producers must change mindsets and ways of producing films - Finas
Producers must be prepared with their pre-production work by finding the right distributors and broadcasters before they started working.
Thu Sep 22 2016
FFM28: Finas scraps 3 categories, creates new best film category
The three scrapped categories were non-national language categories comprising Best Film, Best Director and Best Screenplay.
Thu Aug 11 2016
FFM28: Finas to discuss ministry's decision today
Finas director-general Datuk Kamil Othman said following the latest development, Finas would convene a board of directors meeting tomorrow to discuss the new directive.
Thu Aug 11 2016
Malaysian filmmakers must cater for global audience when making movies - FINAS
Malaysian filmmakers are urged to think internationally to capture the hearts of international audience.
Thu Jun 18 2015
Finas to draft creative content industry act
Finas will prepare the draft for the Creative Content Industry Act to develop the industry in the country, said Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek.
Tue Nov 18 2014
ANALYSIS - Australia legislated a teen social media ban, it has to figure out how to enforce it
The study, will likely set course for lawmakers and tech platforms around the world as they navigate a push to age-restrict social media.
Sat Nov 30 2024
Will the fragile peace between Hezbollah and Israel hold?
Hezbollah continues to claim that it defeated the Israeli military in Lebanon and says its forces will ensure IDF adheres to the ceasefire.
Sat Nov 30 2024
Robotic-assisted prostate cancer surgery, a quick recovery option
Prostate cancer is experienced by one in 120 men in Malaysia, especially those above the age of 50.
Sat Nov 30 2024
Astro AWANI shines with five wins at MPRA 2024
Astro AWANI excels after winning five awards at the Malaysia Public Relations Awards 2024 in Kuala Lumpur
Fri Nov 29 2024
Flood situation continues to worsen, victims exceed 120,000
The flood situation across the country continues to worsen, with the number of victims in nine states reaching 120,272 people
Fri Nov 29 2024
Starbucks serves South Koreans coffee and glimpse into the North
Hundreds show up for the opening of the US coffeehouse chain's newest store in an observatory near the city of Gimpo.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Big tech says Australia "rushed" social media ban for youths under 16
A trial of methods to enforce it will start in January with the ban to take effect by Nov. 2025.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Putin denies he tried to frighten Merkel with dog Koni
Angela Merkel wrote in her new memoir "Freedom" that, Vladimir Putin sometimes brought the pet to meetings with foreign guests.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Vocational college student murder: We saw victim beaten in hostel room - Witness
The prosecution witnesses say they did not report the incident to the hostel warden for fear of being beaten like the victim.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Don't bring small children to observe river water level, say - Police
State police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat urges the public to remain vigilant about the rising level of the river.
Fri Nov 29 2024