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February 29

February 29

A gift or a curse?

20125.01h 38m

Overview

A man born on the leap day of February 29 ages only one year in every four years. Because of this unique trait, he has lived through many historical periods of Malaysia; from the colonial years to the Japanese invasion and Independence. Though some may consider it a gift, the man's long life can also be a curse as he has to face the reality of seeing the ones he loves die.

Directed by Edry Abdul Halim
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Top Cast

Remy Ishak

Remy Ishak

Budi

Jojo Goh

Jojo Goh

Lily

Izzue Islam

Izzue Islam

Razak

Fizz Fairuz

Fizz Fairuz

Johan

Dian P. Ramlee

Dian P. Ramlee

Sakinah (ibu Budi)

Riz Amin

Riz Amin

Halim (bapa Budi, zaman British)

Ramli Hassan

Ramli Hassan

Halim (zaman Jepun)

Namron

Namron

Encik Salam

M

Muniff Isa

Arif

Chew Kin-Wah

Chew Kin-Wah

Mr. Ho

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About February 29

February 29 is a drama, romance, fantasy film released in 2012. Directed by Edry Abdul Halim, it stars Remy Ishak, Jojo Goh, Izzue Islam. A man born on the leap day of February 29 ages only one year in every four years. Because of this unique trait, he has lived through many historical periods of Malaysia; from the colonial years to the Japanese invasion and Independence. Though some may consider it a gift, the man's long life can also be a curse as he has to face the reality of seeing the ones he loves die.

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