The Malay Crime Thriller Bringing Shadows, Secrets & A Splash Of Noir To 1950s S’pore
In the hushed echoes of 1955 Singapore, where shadows whispered tales of crime and intrigue, Mediacorp’s latest masterpiece, Operandi Gerhana (Phantom Squad), emerges as a streak of local cinematic brilliance. Crafted by the ingenious hands of Infinite Studios’ Mike Wiluan, this crime drama transcends boundaries, not just in its bold and gripping narrative but in the amalgamation of talent from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Australia.
Set against the backdrop of a gangland crime-ridden Singapore, the story unfurls with a captivating intensity. The spotlight falls on two unlikely heroes, Omar and Yusof, former World War II veterans turned police constables, portrayed by local favourites Fir Rahman and Kamal Adli.
Entrusted with the high-stakes task of investigating the kidnapping of a senior police officer, they find themselves navigating the treacherous waters of a Triad war. Their journey immerses the…
