Fine Needle (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film
Released in 2008, Fine Needle is a drama film directed by Mark Tan, running about 133 minutes.
What it’s about. It is a modern-day adaptation of William Shakespeare's Othello. The film’s title (Malay: "Fine Needle") is derived from a Malay idiom meaning web of deceit or conspiracy, which is a major theme in the plot of the film. The plot remains faithful to the source material, with the cast all taking their Shakespearian counterparts either in name, character or both.
Who’s in it. Fine Needle stars Christien New as Daniel Oh, Juliana Ibrahim as Mona, Razif Hashim as Iskandar and Rahim Razali as Datuk Kalel, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fine Needle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fine Needle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fine Needle (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fine Needle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Fine Needle?
- Fine Needle stars Christien New, Juliana Ibrahim, Razif Hashim, Rahim Razali and Justin Chan.
- When was Fine Needle released?
- Fine Needle was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 133 minutes.