Summary
It is a modern-day adaptation of William Shakespeare's Othello. The film’s title (Malay: "Fine Needle") is derived from a Malay idiom meaning web of deceit or conspiracy, which is a major theme in the plot of the film. The plot remains faithful to the source material, with the cast all taking their Shakespearian counterparts either in name, character or both.
Good for
- Friends night
- Thought-provoking
- Adults
Skip it if
- You need an uplifting mood
Where to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
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At a glance
Running time
2 h 13 min
Longer than most dramas, +24 min on the typical 109
typical 109133Half of all dramas run 98–125 min.
Released
2008
January 10, 2008
18 years ago
Genre
DramaLanguage
Malay
Original language
Made in
Malaysia
Rated
No age rating yet.
What's in it
- ViolenceModerate
- Gore, disturbing imagesMild
- Frightening scenesLittle or none
- Sex, nudityMild
- Dark themesStrong
- Strong languageNamed in the advisories
In white: what the content advisories name. Levels from the title analysis.
Viewing guide
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-ProvokingNot listed for kids or family movie night.
Directing · 1
- Mark Tan Director, Writer, Producer
Writing · 2
- James Thoo Writer
- William Shakespeare Theatre Play
Production · 1
- Eleanor Low Producer
Camera · 1
- Aaron Chung Director of Photography
Sound · 2
- San Weng Onn Music
- Rabbit Music
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