MIAA IN THE PRESS
Study highlights economic impact of local productions
Hit local sitcom sequel premieres on YouTube
Babu-Nya: Season 2 will premiere on OOPs! YouTube channel today. The locally produced sitcom stars acclaimed actress, Mimi Rahzia as the central character ‘Babu’.
Call to strengthen local creative industry
Members of the local creative industry are encouraged to tap into the multi-billion dollar global market by showcasing the essence of Brunei to the world.
U.S. Embassy Hosts Masterclass with Creators of New Disney Film “Raya and the Last Dragon”
Ahead of the release of Disney’s newest animated feature film “Raya and the Last Dragon,” the Embassy of the United States of America in Brunei Darussalam and Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia (MIAA) hosted an exclusive storytelling masterclass on March 2.
Supporting local arts with a storytellers’ masterclass
The United States (US) Embassy is to support the local creative arts scene in Brunei with the promotion of arts and culture remaining an important objective, Public Affairs Officer at the US Embassy in Brunei Darussalam Jeff Barrus said.
Brunei students battle rhino poaching in Namibia
Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia (MIAA) students Hamizah Hamzah and Mirza Mursyidah have joined forces with The Rhino Pride Campaign, a grassroots cooperative initiative operating in north-west Namibia, to help prevent the poaching of the critically endangered black rhino.
Atami City to showcase Brunei animations
A three-member delegation from Atami City of Shizuoka Prefecture, Congressist Murayama Kenzo, Tatsumi Shuji from the Deputy Tourism Development Department and Vice Chairman of the Atami-Brunei Friendship Association Ikeda Shuichi, are currently in the country to promote sports cooperation under Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games 2020 Host Town Programme.
Filmmakers take centre stage in Brunei Film Blitz Gala Awards
Brunei filmmakers took centre stage as their creative talent, direction and technical skills were recognised during the 3rd Brunei Film Blitz Gala Awards and Ceremony, in conjunction with the Brunei December Festival at the Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia at Level 3, Plaza Athirah in Batu Satu last Saturday.
The Crown tells story of Nohra dance
Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Anak Hajah Nurul Amal Munjiatul Athirah binti Pengiran Sura Negara Pengiran Anak Haji Muhammad Bey Muntassir of Mahakarya Institute of Arts Asia joined members of the public during the screening of The Crown (Serd), a Thailand drama at the Brunei Film Blitz at the Mahakarya Institute of Arts Asia.
EnterOver two hours of movie magic at Brunei Film Blitz
Filmmakers from Brunei Darussalam have collectively submitted 154 minutes of short film content to the Brunei Film Blitz, that will be screened today as part of Brunei Film Blitz Local Content Showcase at Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia.
Films strengthen Brunei, Thai ties
The Brunei Film Blitz (BFB) 2019 screened a Thai film documentary highlighting the rich culture and trade from the Southeast Asian nation at Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia. Another will be screened today.
Carpet documentary weaves magic at film screening
The Persian Carpet documentary film The Poot received a warm welcome during the Iran film screening in-conjunction with Brunei Film Blitz at the Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia in Plaza Athirah yesterday.
Training focuses on social media growth, marketing content
The Brunei Film Blitz in-collaboration with DARe (Darussalam Enterprise) and Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD) spearheaded Training Programmes to ensure an equal growth in social media and marketing content.
Award-winning film portrays Singapore's culture, traditions (2019)
Singapore High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam Lim Hong Huai welcomed the inaugural participation of the internationally acclaimed Singaporean film Sayang DiSayang at the 2019 Brunei Film Blitz during the Singapore Film Appreciation Day at Mahakarya Institute of Arts Asia on Friday.
Myanmar film debuts at Brunei Film Blitz
Brunei Darussalam (Ann): An entry from Myanmar made its mark in the Brunei Film Blitz for the first time with a film titled The Jade World from Manaw Land which tells the story of Myanmar’s most precious gem.
Pakistani movies screened at 3rd Brunei Film Blitz
The 3rd Brunei Film Blitz attracted a full-house crowd with the screening of three movies appreciating the Pakistani Cinema at Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia in Plaza Athirah, Batu Satu yesterday.
96 Hour Film Blitz seeks 'secret ingredient'
The 96 Hour Film Blitz is back and participants are facing the most challenging task to date.
Brunei locations impress Indonesian filmmaker
A prominent figure in Indonesia’s film industry, Sheila Timothy was impressed with several locations in Bandar Seri Begawan and suggested a potential collaboration with Brunei’s creative talents in her future film projects.
Brunei Film Blitz 2019 Set to Inspire and Educate Future Filmmakers
The creative industry in Brunei has never been as exciting as it is today – with all the local creatives popping up and taking the business of their art into their own hands, the future of Brunei’s creative arts industry is possibly at its most promising.
Registration opens for Brunei Film Blitz
Registration for the much-anticipated Brunei Film Blitz organised by Origin Artistic in conjunction with the Brunei December Festival 2019 is now open until end of November.
Open Day attracts aspiring filmmakers
MAHAKARYA Institute of the Arts Asia, Brunei Darussalam’s first film-making college, organised an Open Day for potential applicants wanting to train for a career in the film and visual arts industries.
Australian expert impressed by Mahakarya Institute facilities
A TOP representative from TAFE Queensland, Australia was impressed with the Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia when he visited the institute recently, praising it for its state-of-the-art film-making facilities and trained staff.
Four Bruneian short films to compete at Sydney festival
Students from Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia and Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) will submit four short films into the Sydney-based FLiCKERFEST and compete for the Australian now ASEAN Award (valued at AUD1,000).
Youth showcase talent at Short Film Competition
Dayangku Jazmeena Anastasya binti Pengiran Norasmadi with her film titled ‘Belia Kitani Arah AIFFA 2019’ was named champion of the Short Film Competition held in conjunction with the 35th National Day celebration in a prize presentation ceremony at the Lecture Room of the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium, Berakas yesterday.
Mahakarya documentary to share 'local wisdom' on environmental protection
AS SHORT films are a major contributor to the global creative economy, two inspiring directors from Brunei will screen their featured flicks at the National Museum of Indian Cinema in Cumbala Hill, Mumbai as part of the ASEAN-Indian Films Festival 2019 held from today until Sunday, August 11.
Symposium highlights benefits of art-based education
Three educators presented details outlining the benefits of an arts-based education in Brunei during the inaugural Brunei Art Symposium held at Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia in Batu Satu yesterday.
Sultan graces 14th National Youth Day celebration
HIS Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam consented to grace the 14th National Youth Day celebration yesterday.
Sarawak workshop shares tips on filmmaking techniques
MAHAKARYA Institute of the Arts Asia Students attended the ASEAN International Film Festival and Awards (AIFFA) Starcraft workshop in Sarawak recently enhancing their filmmaking techniques and networks. The workshop followed with a trip to the film exhibition.
Pengalaman hebat di AIFFA
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, 28 April – Bagi meningkatkan kemahiran dan meluaskan pengalaman dalam teknik penghasilan filem, para pelajar dari Mahakarya Institue of Arts Asia telah menghadiri bengkel dan merasai pengalaman Anugerah dan Festival Filem Antarabangsa ASEAN (AIFFA) 2019.
Foreign students learn more about Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia
MAHAKARYA Institute of the Arts Asia received over 60 students from the Chinese University of Hong Kong at its state of the art facility recently.
Film / Founders of Brunei's first film school seek to inspire new generation of creatives
The team behind the new school and its first handful of students are eager to get Bruneian film onto the international stage
TAFE Queensland first to deliver film qualification in Brunei
TAFE Queensland has played a leading role in the establishment of the first Film and Arts College in Brunei Darussalam, a tiny nation on the island of Borneo.
Mahakarya Institute wants to nurture local talent to showcase Bruneian identity on the big screen
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei’s first filmmaking college, the Mahakarya Institute of the Arts Asia, is slated to begin operations in February 2019 and is aiming to establish a sustainable ecosystem for filmmaking and creative content in the sultanate.
Lima pemenang filem teratas bakal terima anugerah
Brunei Film Blitz berharap pembikin filem di Brunei Darussalam akan dapat bersama-sama mewujudkan industri yang lebih mampan di Negara Brunei Darussalam di samping dapat mempengaruhi keperluan dalam pendidikan filem dan mencari identiti filem tempatan Brunei.
Brunei Film Blitz tayang filem Indonesia
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, 24 Dis – Dengan sokongan daripada lndofood dan Kedutaan Besar Republik Indonesia, Brunei Film Blitz menayangkan filem karya Kamila Andini, Sekala Niskala yang telah memenangi anugerah utama pada Festival Filem Antarabangsa Berlin ke-68 2018.
Progresif sponsors students to the Brunei Film Blitz
Progresif Cellular recently funded 15 high school students to participate in the upcoming Brunei Film Blitz 2018 (BFB), giving them opportunities to showcase their talents in film making.
Education a core pillar in Brunei-Australia ties
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (Borneo Bulletin/ANN) – Brunei is an important country in the region for Australia, and one of the most significant aspects to the bilateral relationship between the two countries is education, highlighted Nicola Rosenblum, the Australian High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam during an interview with the Bulletin.
Historic MoU paves way for Brunei's first Film & Arts College
BRUNEI’S Mahakarya Institute of Arts recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TAFE Queensland in Gold Coast, Australia as a stepping stone towards Brunei’s very first Film and Arts College.
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