International: The Malay Chronicles: Bloodlines (Hikayat Merong Mahawangsa)

Based loosely on the 16th century historical document entitled The Malay Annals, The Chronicles of Merong Mahawangsa is an action-packed epic feature film, with mythical characters, magical moments and dazzling visual-effects sequences. Merong Mahawangsa was a descendant of Alexander the Great, a renowned naval captain and traveler who came to Asia several hundred years ago. The year is 120 AD a time when the Roman Empire is at the height of its power, during the reign of Hadrian one of the Five Good Emperors. Meanwhile in China, the Han Dynasty is firmly cemented as the ruling empire and is expanding into Central Asia one hundred years before the period of the Three Kingdoms. As the Roman fleet did their repairs and traded in Goa, they asked Merong Mahawangsa to escort a Roman prince to Southeast Asia, to wed a beautiful Chinese princess from the Han Dynasty. The Chinese princess and the Roman prince are supposed to meet halfway and be married on neutral grounds. However, the pirate nation of Geruda had other plans. They decided to kidnap the Chinese princess and use her as ransom. En route to the Straits of Melaka, Merong Mahawangsas fleet was attacked by Gerudas forces while stopping at a small island to replenish supplies. Will Merong Mahawangsa be able to rescue the Princess and re-unite her with her betrothed in a marriage that is set to bring together two great civilizations from the East and West ?

In the limited capabilities, the saga does not disappoint Merong Mahawangsa to watch
Merong Mahawangsa saga does not disappoint. It can be seen. Not too much to say this film presentations pembikinannya commensurate with the costs estimated to reach RM8 million. Do not just carried away or too much thinking typical fabrication technology compares with the film saga Merong Mahawangsa outside. The cost of RM8 million in Hollywood may also, if only 'in the teeth', but in the hands of KRU Studios, particularly led by Yusry Abdul Halim, the film saga Merong Mahawangsa looks much more expensive than the budget that they use. Performed by Stephen Rahman-Hughes as Merong considered convincing. There is commitment shown by the actors in character Merong sure it's really strong. Implant body is sturdy and looks at his face preferably used to give the impression that ancient Malay children also have a nice appearance. Merong described as a wasted youth. He is not required by any country. But things change when Merong escort duties son received the Roman Emperor met the daughter of the Government of China. Their meeting is set on a place in the middle between the two superpowers of the world at that time. Is not an easy task. It is a complicated and dangerous when the princess is kidnapped by China that the rebel group led by Geruda. Merong himself almost died while trying to rescue them. But aware of the safety of male and female of the two great empires that are responsible, Merong once again at war with the Geruda. Do Merong successfully unite the two great empires can only be found by watching the saga Merong Mahawangsa which premiered on the stage today. Complete the story of Merong Mahawangsa huge sacrifices to Yusry. Can diibarat whole soul and body fully intended for this film. Even the owner himself also seems less manageable, do not change as a person of unsound mind when directing an epic film that Malays are deemed to be the best this century. Social lives are changed by 360 degrees. There were no other matters which he considers, both day and night besides his work is. Such situations are passed Yusry're in the annals of Merong Mahawangsa shooting locations. Not because of not able to perform the tasks entrusted to it, but all had unfolds it's really challenging his patience. It was revealed by the two brothers, Norman and Edry after the preview story of Merong Mahawangsa at Cathay Cineleisure, e @ Curve, Mutiara Damansara last night. And they said, Yusry maintain steady work is like the oil

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"Once when I spoke with by phone Yusry, Yusry crying because not stand to face the challenges that had to direct the film unfolds at this. "I understand the situation that had passed. It is not easy to handle a mega-scale production like this, "said Norman look back the early moments of the film undergoing penggambarannya. Talk Edry, the feeling of compassion arose after seeing his brother's condition is not managed it. "Frankly, I see Yusry crazy as to go through various situations that challenge your patience. Whatever, I was impressed with the enthusiasm he showed it, and thank God, after seeing the results, we all feel proud of his work, "praises Edry also acted as producer of the film. When he gave his consent to direct the film, means Yusry allow himself confronted with a million other obstacles, especially genre films that will touch it gets quite different from what we had done before. However, firm director, actor and singer, let any challenge that comes, he strengthened his spirit while still trust in God as to what was done successfully completed successfully. "No doubt, I really was under duress during directs this film. Imagine how I had to control the amount of hundreds of crew members. That does not include the hundreds of extras. "It's not just about the actors, but I also face the problem of erratic weather that destroyed the sets that have been built. If not for passion, and always wanted to try something new, this film may not be completed as witnessed today, "he said with a sigh relief. However, as the true art of man, he still was not satisfied with what it produces.

"The film was produced two years ago. So after two years, I think during that period, there are many things I can improve, "he said of the film at a cost of RM8 million. As a Malay epic movie said to be great, Melly was also asked whether they wait to bring this film to the Academy Awards. "If there is a chance why not. However, we must comply with the prescribed conditions, the film is to be aired in the United States, "he said. Provide three specific scripts

Even if the film is when the dialogue in English, but as Merong Mahawangsa, Stephen Rahman-Hughes should also spoke in Malay. Although acknowledged it is difficult, but the actor is getting help from the director to launch a speech. "Yusry much to teach and help me to translate every sentence Tell me in English. As an actor, I'm less comfortable if you only know how to talk without knowing the true meaning of the dialogue because it is important to acknowledge that character, "the actor who had brought the characters of Hang Tuah through the musical Puteri Gunung Ledang. To help Stephen, Yusry said he provided three special script for easy understanding.

"The first in English to the whole. The second alternative is the Malay translation into English, while the third scenario is a direct translation of each verse, "he said. In addition to Stephen, Hikayat Merong Mahawangsa led local and international actors such as Gavin Stenhouse, Jing Liu, Wan Hanafi Su, Khir Rahman, Datuk Rahim Razali and Ummi Nazeera.