Hit girl: Yasmin (Izyan) defies societal norms to become a professional wrestler. Photos: MM2
For director M. Raihan Halim, the idea behind his film Banting (English title: Slam) began with an image of a girl standing in a wrestling ring. Through courage and determination, the girl becomes a respected professional wrestler.
Just like most sports-themed films such as Rocky and The Karate Kid, Banting has idealistic messages behind it as well. You can beat the odds if believe in yourself ... as well as consuming raw eggs in the morning.
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