Talk:Lat (cartoonist)

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Article milestones
DateProcessResult
September 16, 2010Peer reviewReviewed
September 30, 2010Featured article candidatePromoted
Did You Know
A fact from this article appeared on Wikipedia's Main Page in the "Did you know?" column on September 8, 2010.
The text of the entry was: Did you know ... that Lat found the inspiration to draw cartoons about circumcision while on assignment as a reporter to investigate dead bodies in a morgue?
Current status: Featured article

Move discussion[edit]

Shouldn't this be moved to Lat (cartoonist) or something? Lat is definitely the most common name, most malaysians have no idea who mohd. Nor Khalid is! Borisblue 02:27, 13 December 2005 (UTC)[reply]

I'm inclined to agree that this should be moved to Lat (cartoonist). The upcoming US edition of his "Kampung Boy" doesn't list the name "Mohammad Nor Khalid" anywhere that I can find (including the copyright indicia), and it seems he's far, far more widely known by his pseudonym. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 216.52.69.217 (talk • contribs) 12:03, 5 May 2006 (UTC)[reply]

WikiProject class rating[edit]

This article was automatically assessed because at least one article was rated and this bot brought all the other ratings up to at least that level. BetacommandBot 00:03, 28 August 2007 (UTC)[reply]

Lat let slip in an interview that new book is ......[edit]

During an interview at 2007 he said that he has something new in store for all fans called Lat and Easy for the drawings are simple but simple to Lat is something great for us.I can justify .this because i'm a fan —Preceding unsigned comment added by 61.6.139.77 (talk • contribs) 12:02, 11 February 2009 (UTC)[reply]

2010 Rewrite[edit]

In the next few weeks, I am going to give this article a huge rewrite. It will be expanded and sourced to reliable secondary sources (academic and journalistic). The structure shall be changed as well; it will reflect Lat's personal growth, then his art style, influences and legacy, and such. Pictures (free and non-free) shall be added to help readers' comprehension of the text. The goal shall be for Featured Article status; hence, the WP:WIAFA criteria shall serve as guidance as well. Jappalang (talk) 02:53, 26 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

 Done for the rewrite, now for a peer review and then FAC. Jappalang (talk) 14:13, 29 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Hagiography?[edit]

Not quite sure why the article is so highly rated, a lot of time has gone into it but it has phrases like " Lat moved back to Ipoh for a more sedate lifestyle in semi-retirement." How can a definitive statement about his degree of relaxation in the vague concept of semi retirement be made? One of the captions has "As a reporter, Lat prowled the streets of 1970s Kuala Lumpur..." prowling is a sinister activity which I'm sure the writers do not wish to convey. "...Imbued the junior cartoonist with a preference to be sensitive to the subjects of his works..." - imbued with a preference - is not an understandable phrase. There is also a general tone of praise rather than objectivity, we are made to believe everything he touches turns to gold, even in semi retirement! —Preceding unsigned comment added by 114.74.233.80 (talk) 12:20, 5 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

I fail to grasp what you are getting at in regards to language. It is pretty clear to me; although as the primary editor, it should be, so I am not the best judge. However, this has gone through peer review and FAC, and others have not found the language as an obstacle, so it would be better to point out the precise nature of what you perceive as failings and offer what you believe is a correct version.
As for objectivity, I suggest reading WP:NPOV. The "neutral point of view" espoused is in relation of the reliable sources out there about the subject. If you can find a reliable source that offers criticism of Lat or presented his involvement in an unsavoury issue, then please bring it up here. Articles here cannot present criticism of a man if there are no such published information from reliable sources. Jappalang (talk) 00:25, 6 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

"...Born in a village" a value judgment - a disadvantage? Does being born in a village mean that you fight against some imaginary odds for recognition? In some countries it might imply being born into a privileged background where an idyllic childhood might be spent. "... Lat paid attention to family life and children because of his idolisation of Raja Hamzah" paying attention to family life and children is an ordinary activity that doesn't need a hero to inspire a person to do it. All in all the article is crammed with these statements and it merely gives the reader the idea that a personal hero is being promoted. There has been a lot of time spent compiling the article (and we should be grateful) but it has been marred by a somewhat sycophantic tone. Lat is worthy of inclusion, this has been proved many times, but why spoil an article by making it sound like an adventure novel. Having said all that the referencing is very extensive and thorough so it makes me wonder whether the feature articles are selected because of the number of in article references. "...endearing his works to the masses who find them believable and unbiased." who are the masses? I really am puzzled hoew this article got such recognition, it needs a serious review. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 114.74.211.193 (talk) 13:31, 5 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The Malaysian people? It is there in the article if anyone chooses to read. Jappalang (talk) 00:25, 6 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Agreed. The use of language suggests something of a biography rather than an encyclopaedic entry. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 77.86.110.175 (talk) 14:59, 5 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

If you have any suggestions by examples on how an encyclopaedic entry on such a person is written, please feel free to present them here. Jappalang (talk) 00:25, 6 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The purpose of these observations is to point out the need for a more detached view of a person you obviously admire very much, that is commendable, highly commendable, the language does need to be a little more detached and it's a shame that very few people seemed to be interested enough to make any comments about the style on the talk page. A featured article viewed by millions (possibly) we would feel might attract more attention and further debate. Sadly a lot of hard work has been neglected as the article fades into obscurity until it features again. If you would like an example of a non feature article that contains objectivity when adjectives like brilliant, the best the world has ever seen, magnificent could be heaped upon him Mark Knopfler simply has an objective analysis and factual biography of his career. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 114.74.128.193 (talk) 16:51, 6 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Knopfler's article contains information compiled from non-reliable sources and is mostly a list of items (guitars and performance) rather than a presentation and analysis of who he is, as well as having certain similar failings claimed above (if being "born in a village" is a value judgment then "usually carrying a [pick]" must be a discrimination—normal people do not carry one). With reference to WP:NPOV, it would be more helpful if you can point out specific failings:
  • Are there any peacock words here?
  • Are there any negative views from reliable sources about the subject that is not here?
Answering those two would help much. Jappalang (talk) 22:57, 6 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The phrases that indicate a difficulty with objectivity have already been highlighted in quotes above. All the article needs to say is that he is well known has his influences and is respected internationally. To have over 100 references seems to be disproportionate to his influence on the world. The article reads like a narrative of how he goes about his daily tasks "...he puts on Paul McCartney's tracks..." and there is a picture of The Beatles at the side. It made me think he has gone to the toppermost of the poppermost and was an influence to the Fab Four. All he has done is listen to Paul McCartney whist drawing cartoons. Once again you and others have put in a lot of work and have ambitiously tried to manufacture a feature article. Would that there were more people willing to volunteer their time for such a worthy cause. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 114.74.233.2 (talk) 11:11, 7 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Sorry, but the phrases you highlighted makes no sense to me in showing a bias to the subject and perhaps show a selective reading instead. Nobody can construe "Born in a village, Lat spent his youth in the countryside before moving to the city at the age of 11." as a value judgment. How else would one write that he was born in a village (which plays an important part in the style and themes in his work)? Where does that statement show a "fight against some imaginary odds for recognition"? If one bothers to read the article, "Lat paid attention to family life and children because of his idolisation of Raja Hamzah," is shown to be in the context of the themes of his work, not his daily activities. Hence, the so-called examples above are, in my view, the results of misunderstanding the text (or reading some imaginary tone that does not exist). The concerns of the other examples, as explained above, are incomprehensible. If you still believe the article is biased and can offer no reasonable explanations that are truly reflected in the text, then there is nothing that can be done. Jappalang (talk) 12:25, 7 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

For instance you could express what you have just written in the following manner..." I do not see the phrases you highlighted as showing bias, you may be reading into them what is not there. I do not believe "born in a village..." is a value judgment, it plays an important part in his work in later life. It does not imply that he therefore has to battle against the odds..." If you use brevity your style will be more suited to an encyclopedia rather than being convoluted. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 114.74.142.117 (talk) 16:12, 7 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Legibility of text[edit]

It would be helpful if the text in the cartoons could be slightly larger, for legibility. In the first one shown I cannot even tell if it is in English or not. If it cannot be enlarged without copyright problems, then maybe a body-text (translation into English if needed) copy can be provided in the caption or adjacent text. The text is obviously essential to appreciate the cultural meaning of the work, and without that the value of the article is greatly impaired. Thanks. Wwheaton (talk) 16:46, 5 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Aye, copyright concern (more accurately, compliance with WP:NFCC) plays a part here. However, if you click on the image, File:Keluarga Si Mamat by Lat.png, (to go to its page), the words (and translation) are already provided there in the Description field. Jappalang (talk) 00:11, 6 March 2011 (UTC)[reply]

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Requested move 7 November 2019[edit]

The following is a closed discussion of a requested move. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made in a new section on the talk page. Editors desiring to contest the closing decision should consider a move review after discussing it on the closer's talk page. No further edits should be made to this discussion.

The result of the move request was: Moved. (non-admin closure) Cwmhiraeth (talk) 13:23, 23 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]


Lat → Lat (cartoonist) – so that Lat (disambiguation) -> LAT lat and Lat -> LAT LAT -> lat, because this cartoonist is less notable than many things named lat such as latitude, Latvian lat and Los Angeles Times. Roy17 (talk) 19:27, 7 November 2019 (UTC) (Changed redirect target 10:17, 14 November 2019 (UTC))[reply]

I changed my proposal to let the DAB page be titled Lat instead of LAT, since many topics should be so.--Roy17 (talk) 10:17, 14 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]
Of course it should be Lat. -- Necrothesp (talk) 11:14, 14 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]
  • Support per nom, no clear primary topic. Move disambiguation page to basename. Paintspot Infez (talk) 13:46, 14 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]
  • Weak support while the cartoonist does get more views than the other places called "Lat" I'd say that Latitude is a contender to since its commonly abbreviated as "Lat" and gets way more views. Crouch, Swale (talk) 18:54, 15 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]
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