SILENCE OF THE 177
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: 2022
: Malay, Japanese, English, Mandarin
: 90 mins
: Drama, Action
: New Breed Production Sdn Bhd
: Marc Abas
: Three siblings, Akak, Tobob and Iko, seek vengeance for the 177 member of the Kinabalu Guerrillas that died at the hands of the Japanese colonisers on 21st january 1944 in Patagas Sabah.
SYNOPSIS
Three boys, Akak, Tobob, and Iko, seek vengeance for the 177 members of the Kinabalu Guerrillas that died at the hands of the Japanese occupiers on 21st January 1944 in Petagas, Sabah. Set in the aftermath of World War Two which had a devastating effect on Sabah.
DIRECTOR'S BIO
Marc Abas
Marc Abas is a versatile filmmaker, actor, and director from Sabah, Malaysia, with over 14 years of acting experience and a decade-long career in directing. Throughout his journey, he has been involved in the production of more than 45 projects, spanning dramas, telemovies, films, and seven short films. His diverse portfolio showcases his commitment to storytelling and his dedication to Sabah's local film industry.
Marc gained notable attention for his work on 'Avakas' (2020), a Kadazandusun film based on local folklore, which earned international recognition and was selected for prestigious film festivals such as the London Rocks International Film Festival and the San Francisco Another Hole in the Head Film Festival. The film has solidified his place in Malaysia's indigenous filmmaking scene, highlighting his passion for preserving and sharing Borneo's cultural heritage through cinema.