Moon Over Malaya (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1958, Moon Over Malaya is a drama and romance film directed by Phani Majumdar, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Adapted from an original novel titled Fatimah《花蒂玛》by Chua Boon Hean, 'Sri Menanti' is a poignant portrayal of an intercultural romance inhibited by racial prejudice and segregation, religious conservatism, and repressive social mores. The film stars Malay actress Zaiton and Hong Kong actor Paul Chang as the star-crossed lovers who seek in the Other not only connection and acceptance but also escape and freedom. Released in both Malay and Mandarin-dubbed versions, the film was unprecedented in the Singapore film industry for casting both local Malay and Hong Kong Chinese film stars.
Who’s in it. Moon Over Malaya stars Paul Chang Chung, Hung Chiang and Zaiton.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Moon Over Malaya sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Moon Over Malaya page.
If you liked it. Fans of Moon Over Malaya tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Moon Over Malaya (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Moon Over Malaya change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Moon Over Malaya worth watching?
- Moon Over Malaya holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Moon Over Malaya?
- Moon Over Malaya stars Paul Chang Chung, Hung Chiang and Zaiton.
- When was Moon Over Malaya released?
- Moon Over Malaya was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.