MCMC urges Seniman to lodge complaint against Namewee's controversial film


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Seniman made a police report against a film directed by Namewee for allegedly having elements of racism that tarnished Malaysia’s image. Photo: AP

The Malaysian Artistes' Association (Seniman) has been urged to file a complaint with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) against a film titled Babi, to enable the agency to evaluate its content.

MCMC in a statement today said the call was made following a police report made by Seniman yesterday against the film which was directed by Wee Meng Chee or Namewee for allegedly having elements of racism that tarnished Malaysia’s image.

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