Antara Rebab dan Tari Kazumi

# Translation The story of a Japanese girl, Kazumi, who migrated to Kuala Lumpur at the age of ten with her father, Iesyiko Yimura, a businessman. Kazumi grew up and studied in Malaysia until she became fluent in Malay and developed a love for Malay culture, especially Mak Yong. After completing her studies, Kazumi obtained a job as a journalist and was posted to Kota Bharu. There she lives in the house of Ikhwan's parents, her friend from university days who now works as a lecturer. On weekends, Ikhwan returns to his parents' house and enjoys playing the rebab. Usually, Kazumi would sing and dance to the accompaniment of Ikhwan's rebab playing. Ikhwan has confessed his love to Kazumi and she reciprocates. Yimura sends his people to spy on Kazumi in Kota Bharu. After learning that Kazumi is in love, Yimura calls Kazumi back to Kuala Lumpur and orders her to return with him to Nagoya to prevent Kazumi's romance. Will Kazumi be able to preserve her love?

Directed by Mat Senibayan, Antara Rebab dan Tari Kazumi leans on a strong ensemble — Nadia Aqilah, Asrul Faizal, Kuna — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2017.