Plot — What is Moon Over Malaya about?
Adapted from an original novel titled Fatimah《花蒂玛》by Chua Boon Hean, 'Sri Menanti' is a poignant portrayal of an intercultural romance inhibited by racial prejudice and segregation, religious conservatism, and repressive social mores. The film stars Malay actress Zaiton and Hong Kong actor Paul Chang as the star-crossed lovers who seek in the Other not only connection and acceptance but also escape and freedom. Released in both Malay and Mandarin-dubbed versions, the film was unprecedented in the Singapore film industry for casting both local Malay and Hong Kong Chinese film stars.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1958 |
| Genre | Drama, Romance |
| Language | MS |
| Runtime | 104 min |
| Audience Score | 90% (9.0/10, 1 votes) |
Moon Over Malaya — FAQ
Is Moon Over Malaya worth watching? Moon Over Malaya holds a 9.0/10 rating from 1 viewers. Adapted from an original novel titled Fatimah《花蒂玛》by Chua Boon Hean, 'Sri Menanti' is a poignant portrayal of an intercultural romance inhibited by racial prejudice and segregation, religious conservatism, and repressive
Who directed Moon Over Malaya? Directed by Phani Majumdar.
Who is in the cast of Moon Over Malaya? It stars Paul Chang Chung, Hung Chiang, Zaiton.
Where can I stream Moon Over Malaya? Streaming availability for Moon Over Malaya is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Moon Over Malaya release? It released in 1958.
