Restored Asian Films
Chuchu Datok Merah [Grandchildren of Datuk Merah]
Film Synopsis
Awang Janggut, a man of noble ancestry, considers working beneath him despite desperately needing the money. After convincing from his wife and his unexpected rescue of the Sheikh’s daughter, Siti, he becomes the head of security for the Sheikh’s household. Soon, he finds himself falling in love with Siti, putting his marriage at risk and setting in motion a chain of tragic events.
Film Details
Alternate Titles: Cucu Datuk Merah / Grandchildren of Datuk Merah
Language: Malay (inc. Malaysian and Indonesian)
Original Production Country: Singapore / Malaya
Original Release Year: 1963
Original Elements Held By: Asian Film Archive
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Production Company:Cathay Keris
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Director: M.Amin
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Music/Score: Zubir Said
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Restoration Details
Status: Released
Country Where Restored: Singapore
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Country Restoration First Screened: Singapore
Lab Image Restored By: L’Immagine Ritrovata
Lab Audio Restored By: L’Immagine Ritrovata
Restoration Sponsors: Asian Film Archive, Singapore
Archive Partner In Restoration: Asian Film Archive
Restored Elements Held By: Asian Film Archive
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Restoration Premiere: SG50 Spotlight on Singapore Cinema/Singapore
Restoration General Release Date: 21 August 2015
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