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Heritage: Penang
Penang is a place where time lingers. On its streets, layers of history unfold in the architecture of George Town's shophouses, the scent of incense flavours of food, century-old clan temples and the inflections of Tamil, Hokkien, Malay, and English spoken in the same breath. Once a vital node in the colonial spice trade and a meeting point of Eastern and Western cultures, Penang today remains a cultural crossroads—where heritage and modernity exist in delicate tension.
Visit ProjectOur 2026 Projects
As we look ahead to 2026, The Living History Project (TLHP) continues to expand its mission of capturing Malaysia's living heritage in authentic and inclusive ways. Building on the success of past initiatives, TLHP is shaping a diverse slate of projects that reflect the many layers of our society.
Visit ProjectDirectors Cut
Directors Cut is a curated series by The Living History Project that brings Malaysia's contemporary film directors into the spotlight—offering audiences a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the stories behind their most iconic films. In intimate conversations, directors share the inspirations that shaped their work.
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