Golden Screen Cinemas, as part of its GSC International Screens efforts to elevate the local movie landscape, in collaboration with Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, has launched its first ever Malaysia Animation Film Festival.
Through MDEC’s platform Kre8tif!, the collaboration aims to pave further opportunities for aspiring digital content creators and filmmakers with platforms to showcase their stories, aligned with the nation’s goal of positioning Malaysia as a regional hub for digital content.
“The debut of the Malaysia Animation Film Festival in collaboration with MDEC reiterates our commitment in supporting the growth of the local entertainment industry and the uptake of locally relevant digital content amongst creative talents,” said Golden Screen Cinemas chief executive officer Koh Mei Lee. “Aiming to hone future leaders of the entertainment industry, GSC equips aspiring filmmakers and content creators with the right platforms to nurture their potential to the fullest and reach their dreams.”
“We are thrilled to collaborate with GSC on the MAFF, a testament to MDEC’s commitment to nurturing and elevating Malaysia’s animation industry,” said MDEC CEO Ts. Mahadhir Aziz. “This partnership reflects our dedication to fostering talent, technological innovation, and forging international connections, all of which have been instrumental in propelling Malaysia’s animation sector to greater heights.”
Aziz further said, “Aligned with the Malaysia Digital national strategic initiative and Pemangkin programs, MDEC remains steadfast in cultivating long-lasting relationships with industry players to achieve digital transformation. Together, we are proud to showcase the immense creative potential of our nation’s animators to the world.”
Both the local content and entertainment ecosystem has grown through the years, where local content creators and filmmakers have gained international recognition at acclaimed global film festivals. This year, Jared Lee’s animated short film titled Horologist was screened at the Cannes Film Festival and won Best Animation at Comic Con San Diego 2023.
MDEC has assisted these studios through many of their initiatives such as Digital Content Creators Challenge and business connection programs at various animation film festivals.