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Entertainment 6 years ago

’27 Steps of May’: When silence speaks louder than words

27 Steps of May director and actors shared with The Jakarta Post what it was like behind the scenes.

Art & Culture 6 years ago

Palembang adds fuel to controversy over Garin's ‘Memories of My Body'

The South Sumatra capital has called for a citywide ban on the internationally acclaimed, award-winning Indonesian film.

Entertainment 6 years ago

Official trailer for 'Hit & Run' released

Directed by Ody C. Harahap, the film follows a police officer and his new partner, a conman named Lio (Chandra Liow). Against all odds, the duo needs to collaborate in locating a drug dealer.

Entertainment 6 years ago

Ernest Prakasa urges the public to watch local films legally

Ernest Prakasa said he was optimistic about the future of the country’s film industry as Indonesian viewership had increased steadily over the years despite a barrage of Hollywood blockbusters occupying a considerable number of local screens.

Art & Culture 6 years ago

Government seeks to recognize filmmakers’ competence through certification

Education and Culture Ministry Director General Hilmar Farid said such state-sponsored certificates recognizing filmmakers’ competence would be useful in ensuring the quality of Indonesian cinema.

Entertainment 6 years ago

'Kuambil Lagi Hatiku' marks return of State Film Company

Kuambil Lagi Hatiku is helmed by Azhar Kinoi Lubis and scheduled to be released on Thursday.

Entertainment 7 years ago

'Keluarga Cemara' is a typical yet enjoyable family movie

Although Keluarga Cemara does not offer anything new, the movie is quite enjoyable.

Entertainment 7 years ago

Sequel to 'Dilan 1990' to hit theaters in February

The first movie, adapted from a novel by Pidi Baiq, became one of Indonesia's most successful films, attracting more than 6 million moviegoers.

Entertainment 7 years ago

The year of films from romantic comedy to streaming

The Indonesian film industry recorded another commercially successful year although in terms of quality no significant improvement was made, meanwhile players learned to adapt to emerging streaming services.