La Luna
By Jose Solis,
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Charming romantic comedy has peril and violence.
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What's the Story?
Hanie (Sharifah Amani) moves into a conservative village in rural Malaysia to open a lingerie shop she calls LA LUNA. Soon she earns the love of the local women, including Azura (Syumaila Salihin), daughter of the chief of police Salihin (Shaheizy Ham), who despite his efforts develops a liking for Hanie. But she also earns the wrath of religious leader Tok Hassan (Wan Hanafi Su), who vows not to rest until the shop is closed.
Is It Any Good?
What a difference a bra makes! In La Luna, the charming romantic comedy from writer/director Raihan Halim, a young entrepreneur named Hanie opens a lingerie shop meant to bring joy and pleasure to the women of the small conservative village where her ancestors are from. The sensuous undergarments incite the wrath of local religious leader Tok Hassan, who won't rest until the shop disappears, and oh does he try.
Despite the story touching on familiar beats (Chocolat comes to mind often) Halim should be commended for not demonizing the religion in question, but rather making us wonder why some of the rules apply to men and not women. The entire cast is enchanting, with Amani making a dream heroine, always with a smile on, but ready to take on intolerance when she must. This sweet fable should be ideal viewing for the whole family.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about intolerance toward new neighbors or members of the community. How would you welcome someone trying to do something unfamiliar to you? Would you reject them or give them an opportunity and get to know them better?
How does Hanie show compassion toward those who think the clothes she sells are bad for the village? How does she show integrity when facing those who want her to leave?
What are the lessons Tok Hassan learns about being more openminded without imposing his beliefs on others?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming: February 9, 2024
- Cast: Sharifah Amani , Shaheizy Sam , Wan Hanafi Su
- Director: Raihan Halim
- Inclusion Information: Female actors, Asian actors
- Studios: Skop Productions , Golden Village Pictures , CBI Pictures
- Genre: Comedy
- Character Strengths: Compassion , Integrity , Teamwork
- Run time: 109 minutes
- MPAA rating: NR
- Last updated: March 21, 2024
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