Kapanlagi.com - The latest film titled THE FOX KING, starring top actress Dian Sastrowardoyo, has achieved remarkable success. This collaborative cinematic work from Indonesia-Malaysia has officially been selected to be screened at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025.
The film will have its world premiere at TIFF 2025 from September 4-14, 2025, in Toronto, Canada. Additionally, the film THE FOX KING will also have its Asian premiere at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) 2025.
The film THE FOX KING itself tells the story of the strong bond between twin brothers. Their lives drastically change after their father remarries, including the arrival of a teacher named Lara. Read more here, KLovers.
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1. The Story of a Strong Twin Bond

Synopsis of the Film THE FOX KING (credit: Greenlight Pictures)
The film THE FOX KING offers a touching story that relates to life. The synopsis of this film is wrapped in a typical Southeast Asian cinematic approach. The story is set in a coastal city in Malaysia in the 2000s.
Ali and Amir, twin brothers with a very strong telepathic bond. Their lives undergo drastic changes when their father leaves to marry a younger woman. This situation forces Ali and Amir to rely on each other.
2. Lara's Presence Changes the Dynamics of the Twin Brothers

Synopsis of the Film THE FOX KING (credit: Greenlight Pictures)
The arrival of a new teacher named Lara, played by Dian Sastrowardoyo, adds to the conflict in the story. Lara's character is depicted as a storm in the lives of the two boys. Lara brings a new turmoil into the dynamics of Ali and Amir's relationship after returning from Canada.
3. Exploring Stories of Loss and the Search for Affection

Synopsis of the Film THE FOX KING (credit: Greenlight Pictures)
In addition to the bond of brotherhood, the film THE FOX KING will also present a touching story about the turmoil of adolescence. This will add emotional depth to the storyline.
THE FOX KING highlights the dynamics experienced by the two twin siblings. There are love stories, sibling rivalry, and sadness; all these elements will enrich the plot. The film is expected to showcase the complexity of the emotional bond between twin siblings, directed by Woo Ming Jin.
4. Cross-Country Shooting Process

Synopsis of the Film THE FOX KING (credit: Greenlight Pictures)
Directed by Malaysian filmmaker Woo Ming Jin, this film is a cross-country collaboration between Indonesia and Malaysia. The production process of this film involves various locations.
In fact, most of the filming took place in Terengganu, Malaysia, with some scenes shot in Tokyo, Japan. Greenlight Pictures, one of the film production houses, revealed that they took a short trip to Cambodia to work on sound design with several teams.
5. Screening Schedule for the Film THE FOX KING at the Prestigious Festival

Synopsis of the Film THE FOX KING (credit: Instagram/Greenlight Pictures)
THE FOX KING will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025. TIFF 2025 will take place on September 9, 2025, in Toronto, Canada.
This film will be screened in the Centrepiece program at the festival. Additionally, THE FOX KING will also have its Asian premiere at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) 2025. As of now, there is no official information regarding the screening schedule for this film in theaters or on Netflix.
6. Star-Studded Cast from Two Countries

Synopsis of the Film THE FOX KING (credit: Instagram.com/therealdisastr/)
The film THE FOX KING features a lineup of actors from Indonesia and Malaysia. They include the following:
- Dian Sastrowardoyo as Lara.
- Idan Aedan as Ali.
- Amerul Affendi as Amir
Other cast members include Kin Wah Chew and Hadi Putra, who also strengthen the cast.
7. QnA Synopsis of the Film THE FOX KING
1. Who are the main cast members in the film THE FOX KING?
The main cast in the film THE FOX KING includes Dian Sastrowardoyo as Lara, Idan Aedan as Ali, and Amerul Affendi as Amir.
2. When and where will the film THE FOX KING have its world premiere?
The film THE FOX KING will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025 on September 9, 2025, in Toronto, Canada, and is scheduled for its Asian premiere at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) 2025.
3. Who is the director of the film THE FOX KING?
This film is directed by Ming Jin Woo, a director from Malaysia.
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8. Proud International Collaboration
This film is the result of a collaboration between the film industries of Malaysia and Indonesia. It marks the second cooperative project between Greenlight Pictures (Malaysia) and KawanKawan Media (Indonesia).
Previously, these two production houses worked on the film "Stone Turtle" in 2022. This collaboration showcases the great potential of Southeast Asian cinema.
The film is produced by Yulia Evina Bhara from KawanKawan Media and Edmund Yeo from Greenlight Pictures. Yulia Evina Bhara is known as an important figure in Indonesian independent cinema who has successfully brought numerous works to international film festivals.
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