Insan
Originally released in 1955. Insan is a drama/music film. directed by K. M. Basker.
Starring Datin Saadiah, Siput Sarawak, and Omar Rojik
Synopsis
The same year Shaw’s Malay Film Productions released P. Ramlee’s Penarek Becha, they also produced this melodrama centred around another humble trishaw driver. Like Ramlee’s film it was co-written by young literary upstart Jamil Sulong (who later became a director). Similar issues around class, wealth and modernity are explored through the tale of a kindly older trishaw driver (Omar Rojik) who adopts Jamilah, an orphan and marries her guardian, offering her a simple but better life (including a very, very long visit the circus). As the years pass Jamilah pulls away from her impoverished kampong life towards a world of motor cars and monied families, while kind Omar’s health is failing. A classic slice of social-realist melodrama.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Insan about?
The same year Shaw’s Malay Film Productions released P. Ramlee’s Penarek Becha, they also produced this melodrama centred around another humble trishaw driver. Like Ramlee’s film it was co-wr...
Who directed Insan?
Insan was directed by K. M. Basker.
How long is Insan?
Insan has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Insan released?
Insan was released on April 7, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Insan?
The main cast of Insan includes Datin Saadiah, Siput Sarawak, Omar Rojik, Ahmad Mahmud, Latifah Omar.