The Malaysian government has claimed that Al Jazeera made their controversial documentary without obtaining the necessary licensing from Finas. We talk to a lawyer & filmmaker to help us make sense of this vague law enacted in the 80s, to find out if Al Jazeera’s documentary was indeed illegal, and if we’re all unlawful citizens for posting videos of our cats doing backflips.



Image Source: Wikimedia Commons

The Malaysian government has claimed that <a href="https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/535148">Al Jazeera</a> made their controversial documentary without obtaining the necessary<a href="https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/535285"> licensing from Finas</a>. We talk to a lawyer &amp; filmmaker to help us make sense of this <a href="https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/535700">vague law</a> enacted in the 80s, to find out if Al Jazeera&rsquo;s documentary was indeed illegal, and if we&rsquo;re all <a href="https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/535821">unlawful citizens for posting videos</a> of our cats doing backflips.

Image Source: Wikimedia Commons

The Bigger Picture team kicks off a new daily show, where we discuss current issues - both local and global - that have been thoughtfully curated by the team.

The Daily Digest

The Daily Digest discusses a mix of local and international news, through The Bigger Picture lens – including the environment, arts and culture, health, science and social issues.

Advertisement