Malaysian Cinema: An Intricate Tale of Pride and Prejudice
by
Yong-Yu Huang
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A Very Brief Note on Entertainment Magazines in Malaysia
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FROM 1940s THROUGH to the 1980s, magazines were a promotional tool for the film industry in this part of the world. The Shaw Organisation dominated the movie ma...
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Walk Zone: Penang Hill - A Cultural and Ecological Treasure Trove
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The most popular way to ascent Penang Hill is through its funicular railway system, the only one of its kind in Malaysia. The Lower Station is located at the top end of Jalan Bukit Bendera (formerly Hill Railway Road).
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A Cineplex Business that Intends to Survive the Crisis
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