Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil expects Malaysia's National Film Development Corporation restructuring efforts will eliminate unfair industry practices. The government targets longstanding attitudes within FINAS that created barriers for filmmakers seeking project approvals. Officials replaced committee members responsible for application reviews after concerns about preferential treatment emerged. Film Directors Association chairman Afdlin Shauki recently accused hidden forces of controlling local movie success through screening slots and distribution channels.
Fahmi acknowledged the ministry continues working to dismantle problematic systems rather than pursuing specific cartels. The minister explained that extended tenure periods often breed unhelpful organizational attitudes across multiple sectors. FINAS leadership received instructions months ago to completely revamp application review committees. This cleansing process aims to distribute opportunities more equitably among Malaysian filmmakers.
Fahmi acknowledged the ministry continues working to dismantle problematic systems rather than pursuing specific cartels. The minister explained that extended tenure periods often breed unhelpful organizational attitudes across multiple sectors. FINAS leadership received instructions months ago to completely revamp application review committees. This cleansing process aims to distribute opportunities more equitably among Malaysian filmmakers.
