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Indonesian-movies

Entertainment 7 years ago

'Reuni Z': Mindless fun of biting social commentary

Zombie horror-comedy flick Reuni Z (Reunion Z) from Monty Tiwa and Soleh Solihun goes deeper than fart jokes and cheap laughter.

Entertainment 7 years ago

'Partikelir' hilarious with a dash of commentary

Pandji Pragiwaksono’s buddy cop comedy Partikelir is oftentimes hilarious, but overly reliant on easy laughs.

Entertainment 8 years ago

'Love for Sale': Putting a price tag on human connection

While some argue that "love is something that you can never monetize", through this film, Andi Bachtiar Yusuf manages to mesmerize Indonesian moviegoers to contemplate this simple, yet thought-provoking question: Can we put a price tag on love?

Entertainment 8 years ago

Marketing, social media and a film's success

Some figures in the film industry have observed that the habits of Indonesian film-goers can be seen on social media.

Entertainment 8 years ago

Shamans, snake charmers needed on horror movies sets

Horror films are unique in terms of arrangements prior to shooting. Director Billy Christian says that preparations involve shamans and snake charmers.

Entertainment 8 years ago

'Guru Ngaji': Wholesome tribute to teachers

Guru Ngaji (Quran Teacher) unexpectedly explores the struggles of a man balancing the two personas of his double life as a clown and as one of his village’s most respected figures, the Quran teacher.

Entertainment 8 years ago

'Kenapa Harus Bule?': Using comedy to combat prejudice

Kenapa Harus Bule? (Why does it have to be bule?) is a powerful comedy that mirrors Indonesian society and its fascination with a “white” ideal.

Entertainment 8 years ago

President expects movie ‘Dilan 1990’ to inspire Indonesia’s creative industry

Creativity can result from simplicity and the movie ‘Dilan 1990’ is an example of simplicity captured from the right angle by the camera. These were the thoughts President Joko Widodo shared at a press after watching the movie at a cinema in Senayan, on Sunday, Feb. 25 afternoon.