YANGON, MYANMAR – The Mandalay Productions camera equipment truck played an essential role throughout the production journey of the charity film Myittar, traveling extensively across Myanmar to support filming at numerous locations. Carrying vital camera gear and production equipment, the truck became a dependable part of the crew’s operations, helping ensure that the filmmaking team...
Winner Shenzhen IFF
ENCINO, CALIFORNIA – Myittar (English Title: Unbroken Ties) proudly received nine nominations at the 10th Love International Film Festival. This remarkable achievement highlights the film’s powerful storytelling, emotional depth, outstanding performances, and creative excellence. It also celebrates the dedication, passion, and hard work of the entire cast and production team who brought this meaningful story...
Official Selection NYIFF
ENCINO, CALIFORNIA – Myittar (English Title: Unbroken Ties) proudly received nine nominations at the 10th Love International Film Festival. This remarkable achievement highlights the film’s powerful storytelling, emotional depth, outstanding performances, and creative excellence. It also celebrates the dedication, passion, and hard work of the entire cast and production team who brought this meaningful story...
Festival De Cannes
CANNES, FRANCE – Dr. Jean Luc Kouyoumji, an esteemed Board Member of the Mary K. Yap Foundation, embarked on a visionary journey to the prestigious setting of Cannes alongside his wife, Josephine. Their visit marked an important step in preparing for the international promotion of the Foundation’s inaugural cinematic project, Myittar (English Title: Unbroken Ties)....
Sound Engineering Team
BANGKOK, THAILAND – The Myittar charity film entered an important stage of its post-production journey through a dedicated sound engineering collaboration with G2D Thailand in Bangkok. During the initial three weeks, the creative and technical teams worked meticulously to weave carefully selected musical and sonic elements into each scene, ensuring that the soundscape complemented the...
MV Post Editing
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Meme Lwin assumed the role of Post-Production Supervisor and conscientiously journeyed back to our post-production partner, G2D Thailand. Her mission was to oversee the intricate Dolby 7.2 integration process, collaborating seamlessly with certified sound engineers to ensure the highest audio quality standards.
Director Matt Somogyi
Matt Somogyi is a graduate of the film school at Chapman University and a talented filmmaker whose creative journey with Mandalay Productions began in sound engineering. Previously serving as our Head of Sound Engineering, Matt expanded his passion for filmmaking into directing with his career debut short film, Family Fiction. The film went on to...
Business As Usual: Zoom Calls
ZOOM CALLS – Despite the challenging business environment and unprecedented disruptions brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mandalay Productions Myanmar offices continued to operate with dedication, resilience, and a strong sense of responsibility. As traditional working arrangements became increasingly difficult, the team adapted to changing circumstances by staying connected through Zoom calls and remote...
Meet Thai Movie Producer
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Securing the support of Thai Associate Producer Bheemkhet Bhutpetchawarat became an important part of building the international team behind the Myittar Charity Film. With a substantial Myanmar migrant community residing in Thailand, his involvement provided a valuable connection between the production and audiences with strong cultural ties to Myanmar. Khun Bheemkhet’s participation...
Meet Sound Engineer: Sergey
BANGKOK, THAILAND – The Myittar Charity Film extends its heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to highly skilled Sound Engineer Sergey Groshev for the countless hours and weeks of dedication he devoted to refining the film’s audio experience. Through his technical expertise, creative sensitivity, and meticulous attention to detail, Sergey worked tirelessly to ensure that every...