Yasmine

Yasmine

Year: 2014

Runtime: 109 mins

Language: Malay

ActionDrama

Yasmine, a high school student in Brunei, feels stifled by her studies and a strict father. Her life takes a surprising turn when a boy showcases his skills in silat, a traditional martial art of Southeast Asia, to impress her. Inspired, Yasmine decides to learn silat herself, embarking on a journey that challenges her circumstances and leads her to fight for her dreams.

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1

Yasmine decides to pursue Silat

After seeing a boy demonstrate Silat at school, Yasmine resolves to master the martial art. She is tired of her strict father and unfulfilling school life, and she believes Silat could be her path to independence. She begins dreaming of becoming skilled, despite her initial doubts.

School
2

Silat club proves disappointing

She joins the school's Silat club, only to find the teacher clueless and the group poorly organized. The lack of guidance and sparse participation dampens her initial enthusiasm, forcing her to question whether she can learn anything there.

School
3

Nadia and Ali join the effort

Nadia and Ali decide to join Yasmine in the pursuit of Silat, hoping to support her goals and gain their own skills. The trio forms the core of the club's new alliance, determined to learn despite the obstacles. Their presence brings new energy to the group.

School
4

Search for a Cigku begins

With the current master unable to teach effectively, the trio sets off across the city to find a cigku willing to train them. Each stop reveals an uncertain path, but their resolve keeps them moving forward. The quest highlights their lack of formal guidance.

City and surrounding areas
5

Dewi is revealed as rival and the master’s daughter

They arrive at a Silat gym and meet Dewi, Yasmine's main rival, who mocks their desperation. It is revealed that Dewi's father is their current master, explaining the harsh dynamics and her hostile attitude toward them. The confrontation raises the stakes of their training.

Silat gym
6

Father lectures; Yasmine reconsiders

A disheartened Yasmine goes home and receives a lecture from her father about the dangers and responsibilities of Silat. The talk pushes her to decide whether to pursue training behind his back. Her resolve to improve grows even as she hides it from him.

Home
7

Friend urges openness; father resists

A friend of Yasmine's father suggests he be more open-minded about Yasmine's interests, but the father remains dismissive. This moment underscores the conflict between tradition and personal ambition. Yasmine doubles down on her secret plan to learn Silat.

Home
8

Dewi trains with the boy; rivalry intensifies

The next day, Yasmine spots Dewi training with the same boy at a Silat promotion. The sight confirms that their rivalry runs deeper than school bragging and becomes a personal vendetta. The promotional setting adds public pressure to their rivalry.

Silat promotion
9

A capable master in the neighborhood

The group discovers a local master who seems capable of teaching them, but he is handicapped and cannot demonstrate full techniques. They adjust to the limitations, practicing with patience and creative methods. The setback tests their determination.

Neighborhood
10

Rigorous training yields progress

Through disciplined practice and unconventional methods, the trio makes a noticeable gain in Silat skill. Their perseverance turns initial doubt into growing confidence. They begin to stand out as a capable unit.

Training spaces
11

Training hidden from father

To avoid being discovered, they pretend to study school subjects while secretly learning Silat from papers and improvised drills. The ruse keeps their secret safe for the moment. The stakes rise as their abilities become more real.

Hidden study space at home
12

Pep rally day showcases their skills

On the Silat pep rally day, Yasmine's team and other schools display what they have learned. The routine mixes technique and showmanship, drawing attention from peers and teachers alike. The crowd reaction validates their hard work.

District pep-rally venue
13

Nadia's anxiety mocked; Yasmine fights back

Yasmine witnesses friends from her other school mocking Nadia's anxiety, angering her and prompting her to chase after them. The moment tests her leadership and loyalty to her friends. It marks a turning point in how she handles pressure and rivalry.

Outside pep rally venue

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