KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 — A young local filmmaker received RM30,000 funding to produce a mental health public service announcement short film for local cinema operator, Golden Screen Cinemas .
The MMOF’s Screening and Awards Ceremony saw Ahmad and his team walking away with a cash prize of RM10,000 for their short film titledalong with a RM30,000 funding to produce a mental health PSA which will be screened at GSC theatres. Founded in October 2020, the MMOF was started by the Centre of Mental Health and Wellbeing to give more opportunities for young talents to showcase their ideas, talents, and craft in telling stories that put the spotlight on mental health both locally and internationally.
The submitted films demonstrated remarkable talent through a breadth of genres, styles, and messages.