(Bandar Seri Begawan, 24th) The local film "Cigu Jumat" is being screened again in local cinemas, with the theme of "reviving the spirit of returning to school", aiming to inspire and motivate teachers and students. The film, produced by Seni Kreatif Production, is Brunei's first locally original movie. The story revolves around the daily life of a teacher, with the main character, Cigu Jumat, played, directed, produced, and written by the same person, demonstrating a spirit of multi-talented creativity.
"Cigu Jumat" was initiated by the Brunei Authority for Info-communications Technology Industry (AITI) and supported by OOPS! under the "Pitch & Produce 5.0 Program," which aims to promote the development of local creative content. Guests of honour for this screening included Acting Director of Schools of the Ministry of Education, Dr. Eddy Fazlin bin Haji Amdan and his wife.
This film was first released at the end of December 2025 in conjunction with the "Brunei December Festival." The current rerun coincides with the start of the 2026 new school term and is being held from January 23rd to 28th. The public is invited to watch the film at One Cineplex in OneCity Shopping Mall, Jalan Utama Salambigar, to share in the spirit of teachers and the passion for education together.