Cinema, not cinema - what is it?

The Coliseum Cinema acquisition is yet another example of poor governance. Rais Yatim, Minister for Culture, Arts and Heritage, hasn't been clear on the whole idea about KL as Art Centre. By clear, I mean visuals, literature, proper media coverage.

On Tuesday, Rais said the Coliseum will not be an arts film theatre. Instead it will be "transformed into a National Heritage Centre to exhibit Malaysian arts, culture and heritage", reported Bernama.

Today's Star reports an about turn: “Then came the idea that if we can acquire the Coliseum and maintain its cinematic function, it would serve us better and this was the decision of the committee.”

Have they even got their plan yet?

See http://straits-mongrel.blogspot.com/ . I'm planning to get more involved in this.