Queer as Punk

“Shh…Diam!” means “Shut up!”—and is the name of a Malaysian punk band that refuses to stay silent. In a country where LGBT* identities are criminalized and brutally suppressed, this band’s defiant music is an act of resistance against conservative traditions and religious extremism. Faris, Yoyo, and Yon don’t just make noise—they laugh, flirt, rage, and create. For them, music means more than jamming together; it’s about building a chosen family that fiercely supports one another. Together, they’ve carved out a space for self-discovery, physical transformation, love, and activism—all delivered with infectious energy and unshakable dignity.

The joy, beauty, and power that radiate from this film and its LGBT* band make it a must-see for Bimovie Weekend.