Queer as Punk
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Tue 25 Aug · 18:20
In Malaysia, where LGBT identities face legal challenges, a trans man named Faris and his punk band defy norms.
Documentary • LGBTQ+ • Insightful • Intimate
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Faris is a trans man and lead singer of ‘Shh...Diam!’, an openly queer punk band in Malaysia. Together with his bandmates Yon and Yoyo, they use their music to fight for LGBTQI+ rights in a country where human rights and freedom of expression is severely curtailed by a conservative Muslim society. Faced with increasing discrimination, Yoyo decides to leave Malaysia.
Despite the challenges, Faris chooses to stay, determined to continue using their music as a platform for advocating for freedom and equality, refusing to let the pressures of society silence their voice.
Details
Duration
1hr 28mins
Director
Yihwen Chen
Distributor
TAPE Collective
Featuring
Faris Saad
Year
2025
Country of origin
Malaysia • Indonesia
Language
English and Malay with English subtitles
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LGBTQIA+ discrimination
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