Satay Satay (2009) is infused with the Malaysian spirit, reflecting its diverse culture. This film is basically a one man team production by the creator Sen Wong who started from story developing, producing, directing till post-production and even voice acting in many roles through the film.
Satay Satay (2009) is a nostalgic look at childhood which portrays the greediness of human beings and their personal anxieties about love, family, expectations and the special gifts we are all given but do not always appreciate.
Synopsis
It is school holidays and the children are out playing in the Malaysian kampung. The bad tempered boy Ah Sen is spending the day with his elderly Ah Gong who is cutting down coconuts to try and please his grandson. Ah Sen is sick of coconuts, however, and things take a turn for the worst when his nagging for satay leads Ah Gong to walk into an accident. Ah Sen’s world is turned upside down, forcing him to consider losing a loved one he never appreciated.
List of Film Festivals
• Won Special Effects Malaysia Micro Film Festival (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
• Official Selection Victoria Film Festival 2010 (Victoria, Canada)
• Won Best Animated Short Film Cannes Independent Film Festival (Cannes, France)
• Official Selection 10th In The Bin Short Film Festival 2010 (Gold Coast, Australia)
• Special Jury Awards Janison Short Sharp Film Festival 2010 (Coffs Harbour, Australia)
• Finalist Australia Effects and Animation Festival 2010 (Sydney, Australia)
• Official Selection Singapore Short Film Festival 2010 (Singapore)
• Other Screening International Animation Day (Australia)
• In Competition Canada International Film Festival (Vancouver, Canada)
• Official Selection Shorts Film Festival (Adelaide, Australia)
