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Society 7 months ago

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Poor-quality nationalistic animation greeted with derision

The upcoming animated movie Merah Putih: One for All, themed around nationalism and timed ahead of Indonesia’s Independence Day, which falls on Aug. 17, has sparked widespread criticism over the poor quality demonstrated in its recently released trailer.

Entertainment 4 years ago

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‘If it’s bad, it’s good’: Director duo bringing back Indonesian B-movies

Amer Bersaudara's brand of extreme and absurd exploitation horror movies have carved it a niche within the landscape of Indonesian cinema, but it remains an uphill battle.

Entertainment 6 years ago

Veteran actress Mila Karmila passes away at 77

Born on Jan. 23, 1943, the late Mila Karmila began her career in the 1960s.

Entertainment 6 years ago

Four Indonesian rom-coms for hopeless romantics

While some cannot wait to spend the day with their partners, others may have yet to find the love of their life and prefer to stay at home during Valentine’s Day. If that's you, here's a list of some films to watch.

Entertainment 6 years ago

'Dilan 1991', 'Dua Garis Biru' top list of 10 most popular Indonesian movies in 2019

According to website filmindonesia.or.id, Indonesia's most-watched box office film this year was Dilan 1991, which sold over 5.25 million tickets.

Entertainment 6 years ago

Ernest Prakasa responds to controversy over upcoming movie 'Imperfect'

Based on a book by Meira Anastasia’s, Ernest’s wife, the film is said to focus on self-acceptance.

Entertainment 6 years ago

Hanung releases official poster for 3-hour long 'Bumi Manusia'

During a press conference for the poster's release on Wednesday, director Hanung Bramantyo said the audience should expect the film to be quite long.

Art & Culture 6 years ago

6 Indonesian movies screened in China as part of Shanghai movie festival

The screenings reportedly attracted both local moviegoers as well as the city’s Indonesian diaspora.

National 6 years ago

'Memories' controversy continues as Padang calls for immediate ban

The controversy surrounding the movie Kucumbu Tubuh Indahku (Memories of My Body) continues unabated, as the administration of Padang in West Sumatra has called for an immediate ban on the film.