Malaysia Mental Health Film Festival

About Us

The Malaysia Mental Health Film Festival is a heartfelt, indie gathering for filmmakers and mental health advocates who believe in the power of cinema to change minds. Every October 10th (World Mental Health Day), we come together in Kuala Lumpur to screen bold, honest films that explore mental health with depth and humanity.

Last year, we took a big step—moving from online screenings to our first-ever live event, thanks to the support of our amazing venue partners. Now, we’re gearing up for Year 6, and we want you to be part of it.

Why We Do This
Mental health is finally getting the attention it deserves—but there’s still so much to say. As an independent, grassroots festival, we’re here to:

1. Tell Unfiltered Stories
We showcase raw, moving, and sometimes unexpected films—from indie shorts to documentaries—that explore mental health in ways mainstream media often misses.

2. Create a Safe Space
This isn’t just a film fest. It’s a place where filmmakers, advocates, and audiences connect through post-screening talks, workshops, and real conversations about mental health.

3. Smash Stigma, Together
We’re fighting the silence around mental illness by giving a platform to voices that need to be heard. Your film, your story, or even just your presence helps push the movement forward.

Calling All Filmmakers & Advocates
If you’ve made a film about mental health (or want to), submit your work. If you care about changing the narrative, join us in October. Together, we can turn stories into action.

Let’s keep the conversation going—one frame at a time.
(P.S. No big budgets? No problem. We celebrate indie spirit.)