The Tides Will Decide
Malaysia | 2025 | English | 69 min | Documentary | DCP
Synopsis
“The Tides Will Decide” is a documentary that chronicles the remarkable journey of Priscilla Patrick, one of Malaysia’s beloved radio personalities, who faced the unthinkable when she was caught in the devastating 2004 tsunami in Sri Lanka. Miraculously surviving the towering waves, Priscilla recounts not only the harrowing moments of that fateful day but also the extraordinary aftermath, including the return of her lost belongings. A testament to hope and resilience amidst chaos. As she prepares to return to Sri Lanka for the 20th anniversary of the tragedy, this documentary explores the profound impact of the event on her life. Through deeply personal reflections, it delves into the people who have shaped her journey, her unshakable faith in God, and the bond she shares with the ocean that nearly took her life. A story of survival, faith, and the enduring strength of the human spirit, “The Tides Will Decide” is a moving tribute to one woman’s resilience and the powerful lessons she carries for us all.
Credits
| Original Title | N/A |
| English Title | The Tides Will Decide |
| Country | Malaysia |
| Exhibition Format | DCP |
| Director | Azim Rizal |
| Producer | Feisal Azizuddin, Iskander Azizuddin |
| Screenplay | Azim Rizal |
| Cinematography | N/A |
| Cast | Priscilla Patrick |
Company
Feisk Productions
Iskander Azizuddin
isk.aziz@feisk.com.my
Director
Azim Rizal
Malaysia
Azim Rizal is a filmmaker from Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, who began his journey with short films spanning genres from light-hearted comedies to evocative magical realism dramas. Drawing from his upbringing in a mixed-race Malay-Indian family, Azim crafts stories that celebrate diversity and explore the complexities of varied perspectives. His short film “Whispers of the Paintings” won Best Short Film at the Kaki Lima Short Film Competition 2016, while “Take Me to the Non-Breathers” was screened at the Oregon Cinema Arts Film Festival 2018. His latest short film “Hello God” received special mentions at the Asia South-East Short Film Festival 2021 and Mini Film Festival 2020. His storytelling prowess extends to television with his first TV series, “Jabatan Kegembiraan” (Department of Happiness), currently in post-production. An alumnus of the 3rd Young Filmmakers Workshop by Next New Wave and FINAS Malaysia, Azim also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication (Film and Broadcasting) from Universiti Sains Malaysia, graduating in 2018. With “The Tides Will Decide”, Azim makes his feature-length directorial debut, venturing into documentary filmmaking with a poignant tale of resilience and survival.
