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<h2>In the mood to watch a movie that will pick your brain?</p>
<p>To celebrate reaching one million subscribers, Tonton has announced the addition of the highly anticipated movie, <em>Hypnotic</em>, on their streaming platform.</h2>
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<p>If you&#8217;re a fan of thrilling suspense, mind-bending sci-fi, and action-packed movies, <i>Hypnotic</i>&nbsp;has it all. With its captivating storyline and plot twists, you&#8217;ll be glued to the screen from start to finish.</p>
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<h2>Sounds intriguing? Watch the trailer below:</h2>
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<h2><em>Hypnotic</em> weaves a narrative of suspense, mystery, and psychological intrigue, which will keep you on the edge of your seat throughout the movie</h2>
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<p>Starring Ben Affleck and Alice Braga, the movie takes you on a journey of a detective determined to find his missing daughter. However, he spirals into a web of reality-bending crimes along the way. </p>
<p>Assisted by a psychic woman, he pursues and is pursued by a lethal specter, believing that this elusive figure holds the key to locating his daughter.</p>
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<p>What sets <i>Hypnotic</i>&nbsp;apart is its deft ability to infuse depth and complexity into a seemingly straightforward narrative. The film explores the depths of the human psyche and challenges perceptions of reality in a way that is sure to engage your senses.</p>
<p>While the premise may sound familiar, the execution is anything but. Renowned for his unique visual style and innovative storytelling, Director Robert Rodriguez&#8217;s meticulous direction and the stellar performances from the cast elevate the film into a realm of storytelling that is as captivating as it is confounding.</p>
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<h2>So, whatchu waiting for? Immerse yourself in a world where reality is an ever-shifting landscape by watching <em>Hypnotic</em> on Tonton&#8217;s <a href="https://watch.tonton.com.my/#/?deferLogin=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a> or download the Tonton app on the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/my/app/tonton/id1110671278" target="_blank" rel="noopener">App Store</a> or <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=my.com.tonton.mobile&#038;hl=ms&#038;pli=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Google Play</a> today!</h2>
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<h2>The local film studio that recently released <a href="https://says.com/my/entertainment/its-story-about-unity-malaysia-crowdfunded-film-pendatang-rave-reviews" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Pendatang</em></a> is now looking for a new screenplay to shoot in 2025</h2>
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<p>In a <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.facebook.com/KumanPictures/posts/pfbid0Q7qhZv3ApSoYoX8LejMZkebbFJuemxKDZLXaaRJxsFnzXH6LBE5hE7Ro4LRCAmykl">Facebook post</a> last Friday, 5 January, Kuman Pictures announced that they are holding <b>a screenwriting competition for an original horror/thriller screenplay set in Malaysia.</b></p>
<p>The contest is open to writers of any age, nationality, or level of experience, allowing anyone to participate.</p>
<p>In collaboration with production house Red Communications, they are looking for screenplays written in either Bahasa Melayu or English, with a preferred length ranging from﻿&nbsp;70 to 100 pages.</p>
<p>&#8220;The story must be in the horror or thriller genre. Not all horror movies need ghosts and not all thrillers need killings,&#8221; states one of the terms written in the post.</p>
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<h2>Kuman Pictures added that, while there may be a shortlist, selected as the winner, earning RM20,000 and 1% of the film&#8217;s income across all platforms once it is produced</h2>
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<p>For context, no other film company in Malaysia gives provides royalties to their scriptwriters after production.</p>
<p><b></b>The film studio, founded by filmmaker Amir Muhammad and dedicated to low-budget thriller and horror projects, also said<b> it pledges to shoot the winning screenplay in 2025.<br /></b><b><br /></b><b>The project will be directed by Khairi Anwar, </b><b></b>known for his work on the <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://says.com/my/news/16-top-controversies-malaysia-2023">controversial film</a>, <i>Mentega Terbang</i><b>.</b></p>
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<h2>The closing date to submit a screenplay is 30 May, and the winner will be announced in August this year</h2>
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<p><p>If you are interested, you may submit your screenplay and a one-page synopsis to kumanpictures@gmail.com by 30 May.</p>
<p><b>Check out Kuman Picture&#8217;s </b><a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.facebook.com/KumanPictures/posts/pfbid0Q7qhZv3ApSoYoX8LejMZkebbFJuemxKDZLXaaRJxsFnzXH6LBE5hE7Ro4LRCAmykl"><b>Facebook post</b></a><b> for more information.</b></p>
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<h2>The script for <em>Pendatang</em> was written by the winner of Kuman Pictures&#8217; 2019 screenwriting competition:</h2>
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