Tiger Stripes: Malaysia’s censors have ‘removed the essence’ of my film, says director
Amanda Nell Eu’s drama is up for an Oscar but conservatism means viewers in her own country will see a version she disowns
It should be a moment of celebration for Malaysian cinema. Amanda Nell Eu’s Tiger Stripes became the country’s first film to win the prize for best feature at Cannes’ critics week this year, was selected as the country’s official entry to the next Academy Awards and praised by ministers.
But, if you’re in Malaysia, you won’t be able to watch the real version.