What is the importance of Malaysian-made feature films? Assess and distinguish the potential impacts that both foreign and local movies might have on viewers in Malaysia. According to the Oxford Dictionary, films are narrated or recorded events captured by a camera and displayed as a series of moving images either in a cinema or on television. The evolution of film has seen its birthplace move from Western regions like Europe and the United States, shift eastwards towards countries such as China, leading up to today's Southeast Asian nations including but not limited to Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Malaysia has made considerable investments in its film industries, resulting in remarkable growth and a promising outlook for the domestic film market on an international level in a brief period. The movie sector, encompassing both local and international productions, has seen substantial expansion over time. It not only pro
...foundly impacts viewers but also critically shapes societal views. This is primarily due to the potent and influential messages portrayed in these films that deeply resonate with audiences both within Malaysia and globally.
Foreign and domestic films alike will instigate a transformation in cultural norms within society. The influence from foreign films will introduce Western culture to Malaysia, causing a shift in cultural perspectives, particularly among the younger demographic. In contrast, domestic films tend to focus on the preservation of existing or forgotten cultures, yet their impact on societal change is not as starkly noticeable.
Domestically-produced movies can effectively communicate their themes due to their realism and alignment with the contemporary Malaysian society and its transformations. However, internationally-produced films may struggle to convey their messages as they do not align with Malaysia'
societal norms and cultural idiosyncrasies, being designed for a global audience with different mindsets and cultural backgrounds.
The Malaysian audience often tends to emulate the culture of Western or developed countries. This is mainly attributed to the impact of film and cultural differences. However, this is often not fully realized due to the varying upbringings and diverse societal contexts in Malaysia.
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