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As the sun rises on the horizon of 31 August, we prepare to celebrate Merdeka, a day of pride and remembrance. Yet, beneath the veneer of valour and sacrifice that characterises the nation’s cinematic history, a different tale lurks – one meticulously designed through the lens of a Japanese propaganda machine, woven into the black-and-white frames of a 1943 film,Where the tumult of physical battles subsides, a more insidious struggle unfolds; one for the hearts and minds of the populace.
Influenced by local Malay friends, Tani Yutaka had embraced Islam and even married a Malay woman, albeit briefly. Notably, he’s depicted wearing traditional Malay attire throughout the film, emphasising his supposed connection to the culture. His journey ended in Singapore, buried with conflicting accounts of his demise and honoured at the Yasukuni Shrine.
In reality, the film’s imagery is a masterclass in propaganda manipulation, drawing on colonial grievances and orchestrating scenes for maximum emotional impact. Scenes featuring Harimau standing before British colonial buildings serve as powerful symbols—a Japanese man juxtaposed against the emblem of a distant empire. These visuals were meticulously chosen to fuel anti-colonial sentiments and ignite a sense of empowerment among the locals.
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