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Mat Kilau

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2022 · 118 min Action History War Adventure Drama Thriller
6.6 / 10 · TMDB

The rise of a Malay warrior named Mat Kilau and his friends against the British colonialists who came to Pahang in 1892. The greed of British officials and policies, which have imposed excessive taxes, confiscated land belonging to the Malays to reap the treasures of Pahang and disrupted the Islamic way in Pahang has caused dissatisfaction among the rulers and the Malays. The patriotic spirit of Mat Kilau and his friends who rose up against British violence had caused Captain Syers to launch an attack on Mat Kilau. Witness the heroic spirit of Mat Kilau, Tok Gajah and Mat Kilau's best friends use their wisdom to fight in the jungle against the British soldiers. Did Mat Kilau and his friends succeed in driving out the barbaric and greedy British army to reap gold and tin in Pahang?

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Original Title Mat Kilau: Kebangkitan Pahlawan
Year 2022
Country Malaysia
Genre Action, History, War, Adventure, Drama, Thriller
Director Syamsul Yusof
Runtime 118 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.6/10 (13 votes)

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The film constructs a sweeping tale of national rebellion, relying heavily on historical context and Malay cultural touchstones. It explores colonial oppression and heroic resistance through large-scale battle sequences and personal stakes, building a clear emotional core for the action.

Those who tire of subtlety will find a straightforward, patriotic adventure filled with dramatic confrontations. What lingers after the credits is a glimpse into a regionally significant historical narrative. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Syamsul Yusof

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Best viewed on a big screen to appreciate the scale of its jungle battles. A solid pick for a patriotic action night.

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