A Reinterpretation of Chiu Keng Guan’s Ola Bola : A Redefined Notion of Bangsa Malaysia from an Islamic Perspective
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https://doi.org/10.32890/jcisc2024.3.1Keywords:
Bangsa Malaysia, Film Analysis, Malaysian Identity, Muslim Identity, Ola BolaAbstract
National identity plays a crucial role in the development of a nation, with its essence continually evolving over time. Consequently, various endeavors have been made by authorities to shape a national identity in Malaysia. Among these efforts is Mahathir's concept of Bangsa Malaysia. Despite being labeled as a non-Islamic production, Chiu Keng Guan's film, Ola Bola, subtly reflects Islamic principles in fostering national identity. This study aims to redefine the emergence of a Malaysian national identity depicted in Ola Bola, aligning with Islamic values, and to challenge the established notion of Bangsa Malaysia. Through a thematic analysis and literature review of Ola Bola, the film's narrative is revisited and examined. Ola Bola, effectively conveying Islamic values in nurturing a cohesive national identity, was directed by a non-Muslim Malaysian, reshaping the predominantly Malay-centric concept of Bangsa Malaysia, as is evident. The film's five principal themes redefine Bangsa Malaysia and resonate with Islamic ideals of multiculturalism and a pluralistic society within the Malaysian context.
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