3 Aug – Late recognition for recently demised filmmaker Yasmin Ahmad came in the form of 11 nominations at the upcoming 22nd Malaysia Film Festival in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, on 5-8 August. Her movie "Talentime" is in the running for Best Director, Best Original Story, Best Screenplay, Best Lead Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Most Promising Actress, Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Original Music Score and Best Art Direction. It opened earlier in March 2009 to poor box office response but warm media acknowledgement. According to National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) director Mahyidin Mustakim: "A special segment will be featured on the awards night to give tribute to Yasmin Ahmad for her contribution to Malaysian cinema."