Abang and Adi are undocumented orphans living in present-day Malaysia. While the older brother, a deaf mute, has resigned himself to a life of poverty, his younger sibling burns with indignation. A brutal accident upsets the fragile balance of their relationship. The premiere is set for June 14 on Netflix. Malaysian director Jin Ong’s poignant drama, ‘ABANG ADIK,’ produced by Golden Horse award-winner Sinje Lee, is set for its Netflix premiere on June 14.
The shadowy corners of Kuala Lumpur’s Pudu area are home to a community of foreign migrant workers who have lost their status and struggle daily to survive. Deaf and mute Abang, the elder brother, accepts his fate and works hard for a stable life. His younger brother, Adik, rebels against their circumstances, resorting to illegal activities in the hopes of one day leaving Pudu.
The two orphaned brothers rely on each other day by day, with social worker Jia En helping them navigate the process of obtaining identification documents. Just as their fortunes seem to be changing, an unexpected incident shatters their dreams of upward mobility.
Directed by Malaysian filmmaker Jin Ong, the film draws inspiration from social news and real-world issues to vividly depict the challenging lives of undocumented migrant workers. The film portrays the seemingly hopeless lives of the two brothers while shedding light on the marginalized situations in Malaysian society.
FAQ
What is the Abang Adik movie about?
An undocumented orphan in Malaysia is resigned to a life of poverty, but his younger sibling burns with indignation. A brutal accident upsets their relationship’s fragile balance.
Where can I watch the movie Abang Adik?
The premiere is set for June 14 on Netflix. Malaysian director Jin Ong’s poignant drama, ‘ABANG ADIK,’ produced by Golden Horse award-winner Sinje Lee, is set for its Netflix premiere on June 14.
Who is the director of Abang Adik?
On paper, Abang Adik was set to be a beloved critical darling on a modest budget. A record-breaking box office success for a Malaysian film in Taiwan, plus several international film awards later, the film has started political conversations and thrust first-time director Jin Ong into the mainstream spotlight.
