Born and raised in Penang, Malaysia, Nadiah Hamzah is a filmmaker celebrated for her unique storytelling voice and her ability to explore complex human emotions with nuance and cinematic precision. After starting her career as a copywriter at McCann Erickson, Nadiah pursued an MFA in Film and TV at the renowned Tisch School of the Arts, NYU, where she studied under the mentorship of notable filmmakers, including Spike Lee.

Her debut feature, Motif, a noir-inspired thriller, earned critical acclaim and was praised by The Hollywood Reporter as a standout debut, establishing Nadiah as "the one to watch." Known for her bold narrative choices and a flair for compelling visual storytelling, she is a filmmaker unafraid to challenge societal norms and delve into provocative themes.

In addition to her work in feature films, Nadiah has made an impact with her socially conscious projects. Her anti-bullying campaign for NGO Save the Children went viral, earning prestigious accolades, including a Cannes Lion, Adfest, and The One Show awards.

Mo Bahir is a Malaysian producer and co-founder of Wayang Works, a production company that has never seen film and advertising as separate disciplines - only as different expressions of the same craft.

With roots in advertising and over two decades in the industry, Mo has produced award-winning TVCs and branded content alongside critically acclaimed features, including Fly By Night (Busan International Film Festival) and Motif, recognised by The Hollywood Reporter as a standout debut.

A veteran of Berlinale Talent Campus, EAVE Ties That Bind, Focus Asia, and Produire au Sud, he brings deep cross-border relationships and cultural fluency to every project. He is based in Kuala Lumpur and is open to projects across the region.