The mightily impressive first feature written and directed by renowned producer Jin Ong will move many viewers to tears.

The film cements its place in Malaysian cinema history with thoughtful performances and searing social commentary on the perils of the forgotten, the marginalised, and the desperate within its society.

The film is heartbreaking and mesmerizing, a truly impressive debut with two superb central performances. And both Abang and Adik are part of a queer community, which is nice to see depicted onscreen without the usual homo-or-trans-phobic drama.

There are no weak links in this film, but Kang Ren Wu’s performance is extraordinary.