Discoveries from Indonesia World Cinema

A private detective teams up with his best friend — a restless corporate lawyer — to investigate a case that soon unravels.

When Bete Kaebauk, who lives in Atambua, NTT, started getting her period, she was “introduced” by her own father, Fritz Manek, that she was ready for a marriage proposal. Emilio was the first man Bete fell in love with. They both like it. But Emilio wanted to be a priest. Alfredo's presence for a moment made him happy. Despite having different social classes and Alfredo being unable to pay the dowry for his marriage, Bete decides to elope with Alfredo. Bete's life is not as beautiful as he imagined. He gets violent treatment from Alfredo. Bete forced to return home pregnant. On the way, the baby died in her womb. He rages like a madman and keeps him locked up in his house. Emilio who has become a brother returns to his village and tries to treat Bete as one of his congregation. He put Bete in the rectory, and took care of her. Alfredo did not accept it and together with several residents went to the rectory.

Sam, or Samantha, has recently moved out from her old, haunted boarding house, escaping from followers of Mangkoedjiwo Sect who seek revenge over the death of Sri Sukmarahimi Mangkodjiwo. Her traumatic boyfriend, Agung, is looking for her. Sam sets herself apart in a new foster family to deal with her own dark side. The menace within her is raised stronger and stronger as she cannot stop herself from chanting the cursed chant to bring deadly punishments to people around her. Agung has to find her, and bring her back to pure conscience before the chant and her own dark side take over her life completely.

Vicky, Mandy, and Mass are siblings. One day a saturated Mandy goes out with his best friend and manager Joyce, and his girlfriend Alex, into a beautiful forest. The place was dubbed "Jodoh Forests", because it has a shower that supposedly can seal the match. Who ever bathe in the shower will quickly get a mate. Joyce himself felt finding Alex after performing a bathing ritual in that place.

Purbasari and Purbararang are sisters and in competition. Purbararang, the elder sister, teases Purbasari about the latter's lover, a lutung named Guru Minang; Purbarang's boyfriend, Indrajaya, is a handsome human. However, the girls discover that Guru Minang is actually a god who is more handsome than Indrajaya.

A music producer who has a perfect family. However, he has a prankster nature that causes problems in his life.

Asih, a woman who lives in the colonial era must undergo 'pingitan' to marry a man she does not love.

Because he was injured during the war, Johan got a scar on his face. Because it was difficult to get a job with an ugly face. Johan almost became a criminal before being saved by a mother and her blind child.

Samson was born after 13 months in his mother's womb (Mak Wok). Before birth, he predicted Mas Sastro (Eddy Gombloh) that the son of Mr. Hamid (A. Hamid Arief) would have great strength and if his armpits were shaved, his strength would be lost. Pak Hamid was made a lot of headache because of Samson's behavior after birth. He often fights, so the opposing parents often ask for compensation from Mr. Hamid. Finally Hamid's family fell into poverty until finally, 17 years later Samson was determined to go to the city to look for work. In the city he meets Siti Duile (Yatni Ardi) accidentally who is almost hit by a car. Samson helped Duile and them get acquainted. Secretly Sutan Malenggang Di Langit (Mansyur Syah), a promoter, also saw the incident, and finally invited Samson to partner in a show that featured Samson as a strongman and wrestling match.

The level-headed owner of a struggling coffee shop finds his future at risk when his partner—a talented but cocky barista—makes a major bet with a wealthy entrepreneur. To save their beloved shop from bankruptcy and overcome their differences, they must find the ultimate perfect cup of coffee.

In 2008, soon-to-be father Adam braces for the end after being diagnosed with cancer. Until one day, he discovers a way to travel through time. Seizing the chance, he leaps into the future to meet Nadia, the daughter he'll never live to see.

Adapted from a true story of robbery by 3 brothers to save the mother's life.

Muslim teacher Rintik is desperate to go to Sumba to teach. He falls in love with Sumba and a young man, Arsa, even though many of them have different beliefs from Rintik himself. Can they unite in differences?

Maryana, a batik designer, conducted research in Singkawang to find original batik motifs from her homeland. He met Wina's friends, who met Hasan, a teacher who eventually became her husband. Their marriage was shaken because of Sarah's phone call asking Hasan for help. Hasan feels bad for Sarah's family who once helped him. This made Maryana misunderstand, especially when there was a call from the hospital saying that Hasan's wife was going to give birth

An old man lures 10 women to become his wives to lift an ancient curse.

A group of eighth-grade students find themselves trapped in a surreal version of their classroom, where their favorite Mafia game comes to life. Forced to play roles of suspects and allies, they must uncover the truth while trust begins to crumble. As the game intensifies, friendships are tested and every choice becomes a matter of survival.

Kang Aries and Kang Oca are two cultural observers of Kujang who try to provide a justification perspective on the Kujang Philosophy made by one of the blacksmiths named Abah Jajang, where the general public often considers that Kujang is a sharp weapon. The two of them "Kang Aris & Kang Oca" entered the realm of the trial to defend the essence of Kujang, so as not to be considered misunderstood by the general public.

A man was heartbroken by his beloved girlfriend. They could relate distance because she had disappeared for her studies to Australia for 1 year. Suddenly they relationship end because it turns out his girlfriend dating another man. The man best friend trying to turn him back the loss of life due to a broken heart by hiring an intelligence agency that specializes in dealing with heartbreak cases, called Heart-Break.com. After committing to a long-distance relationship when Nayla overseas to study, she suddenly breaks up with Agus. Agus’s best friend, Wawan and his girlfriend, Raya, try to rescue Agus through Heart-Break.com. This romantic comedy tells of Agus’s struggle to get Nayla back using various tactics provided by Heart-Break.com.

Alif had just graduated from Pondok Madani. He returned to Maninjau and couldn't wait to start college. However, his friend, Randai, doubted that Alif would pass the entrance exam for university because he did not have a high school certificate. He obtained the certificate and passed the exam at Padjadjaran University. Then, Alif's father's passing forever nearly made him despair. His favorite proverb, "man jadda wa jada," which means "whoever strives will succeed," seemed insufficient to face life, so he remembered his other favorite proverb, "man shabara zhafira," meaning "whoever is patient will be successful." Armed with these two sayings, Alif tried not to be afraid in the face of every obstacle in his life.

Nira, Raka, Leo, Maya and Sisi make a horror film for their college assignment. They went to a sugar factory which is said to be very haunted. They were surprised by the appearance of Alya, Nira's adoptive sister who was autistic, secretly in the car. Alya was forced to go there. At the sugar factory strange noises, ghost sightings, even ghost terror came to them. They tried to get out of the sugar factory, but they couldn't. The mystery of 20 years ago was revealed. The factory belongs to Suryo and Nurmala. Nurmala was killed by Suryo. It turns out that Nurmala is Nira's biological mother.

It's about Alia, a beautiful toddler who was found by an old fisherman. As she grows up, Alia tries to find out who her parents are and discovers the fact that she was almost betrothed to the jinn when she was still a child.

The adventures of a group of children who like to catch ghosts. They are Rafi, Zidan, and Chacha. Like real Ghost Hunters, they have gadgets that can help them complete capture missions.

Adapted from a novel with the same title. Based on a true story. The basic idea written by Andy Stevenio. Arjuna or Juna (Fedi Nuri), born from a noble family, falls in love with a Japanese girl, Keisha (Kelly Tandiono). He has to fight hard for his love approved by the family. The power of Juna’s love able to break through the fortress of differences. They officially become husband and wife. The couple have a son named Mada (Nawfal). On the night of Mada’s birth, Juna had to give up the departure of Keisha forever. He maintains and cares for the baby with affection. Once again he faces the ordeal: Mada gets deadly disease. He will lose Mada forever.

The story of Ateng and his twin Agung who have been separated for a long time. Ateng and Iskak, his friend, go to Jakarta for the first time. Unexpectedly, Ateng meets Agung who has the same body and face as himself. Iskak and Agung's personal assistant, Cemplon are also surprised. It is revealed the fact that they are twin brothers who were separated. Ateng and Agung later realize that their parents were still complete even though they were divorced. So the idea arises to exchange places to meet with parents they have never met. The plan is made to reunite the family.

A demon terrorize high school student for their irresponsible action.

Faced with opposition from her stern mother, a young woman tries to reconnect with her childhood friend after being separated for 12 years.

Alex is thrown out of his parents’ house. This is a part of an ongoing conflict with his father because he is thought to have inherited his mother’s wild behaviour. Alex makes a mistake of raping his girlfriend, Joice. Later, Alex becomes an accomplished racer. He then receives affection from a friend of his mother. His damaged relationship with Joice is mended even though it doesn’t get family approval. He dates many women. Finally, he dies of a stray bullet in a mass riot.

Kadir and Doyok never have any luck. They always get fired from any job they take. Most recently, Kadir and Doyok had been working at a company owned by the father of Lola (Diah Permatasari), but were going to be fired by the new owner, Abud (Fuad Alkhar), who had taken over the company. Kadir-Doyok then asked Lola why her father had sold the company to Abud, and it turns out that Abud had conned her father. Kadir and Doyok then try to expose the fraud. They succeed mostly because they happen to intercept a phone call meant for Abud.

When Diana’s husband returns home one night with big news—he has taken on a second wife, and expects Diana to live in harmony with the situation—she does what is least expected and plans to make a life on her terms.

Because of his political activities, Sukarno was exiled to Ende in 1934. He went with his wife Inggit Garnasih, daughter Ratna Djuami alias Omi, and mother-in-law Amsi. The initial period in exile was difficult. The most painful thing is that no local people dare to speak to him and everywhere he is always followed by the police.

The magical surrealist journey of Asa, daughter of a shaman, who confronts her own mother, fighting for her own life and freedom.

Adam, the Village Head who entered regional election politics brought his politics home, affecting his relationship with his wife and younger siblings. Mixed with the love affairs of the widowed Mother Earth with Mr. Janji, a widower, a former village head, the euphoria of the village residents ahead of the regional elections and political brokers and dynastic political issues that spread to the village via social media became increasingly chaotic.

Five different stories of surreal mysteries on supernatural and inexplicable events. All connected by supernatural events and eerie mysteries. Each segment presents a terrifying story set in various locations, from a school and a hospital to a haunted forest.

The Dutch declare unilaterally that they are not longer bound by the Renville Treaty, and to stop the ceasefire. On December 19, 1948, Army Commander General Spoor Noord Simons leads military aggression II to attack Yogyakarta, the capital of the Republic of Indonesia at the time. The Dutch arrested Soekarno-Hatta and exiled them to the island of Bangka. General Soedirman who suffered from tuberculosis leads the guerrilla war for seven months against the Dutch.

Lena wants to be famous at last. Since her acting career isn't exactly taking off, the reality show "Dream Weddings" is her only hope. She even flies all the way to Bali to marry her boyfriend David in style. But then reality sets in: the wedding venue they booked is a scam. Instead of luxurious surroundings, they end up in a mysterious jungle commune where nothing is as it seems.

7 Anak Garuda face conflict in the absence of their mentor in Europe as they struggle to work through their differences to make this expensive trip their most memorable one.

Ken, a normies who has a Furry friend, is curious about his Furry friend's strange hobby. To answer his curiosity, he became directly involved in the Furry community with his Furry friends to find the essence of the Furry community.

From legendary songs of Papa T. Bop. It follows Iyus, who lives with mother after his father's death. He has imaginary friend, Babah Tbob (only visible to Iyus), who helps him become a genius on his journey.

Nakula experienced an event that changed and haunted his life. He then established a relationship with Aluna, a new student at his school. His relationship with Aluna also made him realize so he could make peace with his past.

Featuring the Warkop DKI group, Dono, Kasino, and Indro live in the same boarding house as Lisa and Selly. After reading the answers of a magazine quiz, Indro wonders if one of the girls in the boarding house is in love with him. After many jokes and funny situations, it turns out to be just a misunderstanding. Kasino himself is having terrible luck when, by mistake, a bank employee gives him more money that he has asked for. He intends to return the money but has to go through many comic situations and obstacles. Then it is Dono’s turn, who has a Caucasian girlfriend, to go through similar obstacles.

Students Ario, Joshua and Dudi investigate the legend of Nyi Roro Kidul ("The South Seas Queen") in South Lauta. They dive underwater, find the body of a dead woman, bring it ashore and it comes back to life as the beautiful Neneng (Suzzanna). Trouble and death follow.

Rasyid, a moan creator, delves into the past of his parents' divorce while working on a client’s audio request to pay off his overdue rent.

The supernatural disturbance in the house he had just lived in came from a painting full of mystery. What's behind the painting? Will they be free from supernatural interference?

Based on a novel by Rintik Sedu.

Tina, a fifth grade elementary school student lives with his father, Tono. She busks in the streets to earn the admission fee needed for junior high school. When Tina is singing on the street, she meets a record producer, Aswin, who is fascinated by Tina’s dance style. Then Tina and Tono are evicted from their rented house. Tina is entrusted to her grandmother who also lives with her two children, Mak Wecek and Opang. Mak Wecek and her daughter, lvi, are upset with Tina, for receiving more attention from grandma. Tina is then invited to join the Lenong Bocah group. Then the group performs at a birthday party for Aswin’s son. Aswin immediately asks Tina for a recording. Tina's album becomes a huge success. Tina is now wealthy, as well as Mak Wecek who becomes Tina’s manager.

Gaia, Aga, and Awan only have one goal in their lives, to play music. They formed a band and became local heroes. Outside the band, they have secrets.

This Ombak film tells the story of three teenagers who live on the coast. One day, they get into a fight with a surfer from town.

Mala always deals with Tembang Lingsir, a song taught by her mother from her childhood. After a mysterious fire incident that killed her mother, Mala lost her voice. Then, Mala lives in her uncle's house, Gatot, and his wife Gladys with their two children, Daisy and his younger brother, Ronald. At the house, Mbok Rahma also takes care of their needs. Daisy is disturbed by Mala's presence, while Ronald is happy. Since Mala's arrival, the atmosphere of the house is no longer the same. Many strange events appear. Mbok Rahma accuses Mala of causing all this chaos. Mala feels that there is a big secret in this house that make all the terror appear. Especially when she discovers that she has a twin sister she has never known before.

Dilemma is an omnibus film, five stories that depict dark side of Jakarta's underbelly. Jakarta's underground world that seldom to talk about, and forgotten by most of the people.

Dono (Wahyu Sardono), Kasino (Kasino Hadiwibowo) and Indro (Indrojoyo Kusumo) get lost and end up on an island where the only occupants are beautiful young women, except for the tribal chief (Tile) and his three obese daughters. Dono and friends are forced to flee the island when the chief decides they have to marry his daughters. Back at home, Dono meets up with Merry (Fortunella). As usual, Dono and Kasino, along with Indro and Merry, Winny (Kiki Fatmala) and Nia (Sally Marcelina) end up on the beach surrounded by lovely young women in bikinis. The relationships of these three pairs are extremely volatile. Suddenly, as man dressed in Arab garb, accompanied by bodyguards, shows up claiming that Merry has been designated as his wife in an arranged marriage. Kasino defeats the bodyguards, who end up in the hospital. The comedic scenes then shift to the hospital and eventually back to the trio’s home again before the film’s end.

Once upon a time Rizky, 10 years old, dreamed that he was in the wilderness meeting a group of robbers who wanted to kill his school friend, Amanda. After that dream, many strange things happened to Rizky, but Rizky never realized it.

After witnessing her parents' death, May develops a condition that knocks her unconscious on land, forcing her to live in a lake house as she fights to reclaim her life.

Jessi is haunted by a strange shadow. Her cousin thinks she's stressed since break up with Nino. She meets Kevin who makes her feels safe, but the terror worsens.

A married couple prepares for the birth of their child. But conflict and chaos ensue when the wife's family gets wind of the husband's money.

A woman with wanderlust must find the time and money to escape her desk job in hopes of exploring the world and checking off her travel bucket list.

A realtor builds a luxury house in the countryside where the ancient graves of a family murdered in a robbery in 1941 are located. The house is later discovered by Mrs. Siska who inhabited it together with her daughter and niece. From the beginning, all the inhabitants of the house are haunted by satanic forces. One night, Mrs. Siska has gone out, her daughter and niece invite her friends. As directed by Satan's hand, terrible things happen - torture and death. No one is safe anymore of their life.

Plot under wraps.

Back when urbanization was a new phenomenon, this film captured the aspirations desired by three young men from North Sumatera of Batak ethnicity. As the case with other regional area, people from the rural realm were convinced that their way of live is inadequate, so that they "need" to make it in the city, or bust. So Sabar, Tigor and Sahat went up and down their luck in order to find their desired "gold" in a strange land.

Agil (Tora Sudiro), a taxi driver, and his wife Luli (Alexandra Gottardo), a salon employee. live in a mediocre state. They are bussy looking for income. It makes them difficult to get a baby. Then Agil makes a wish: if his wife is pregnant then he will fulfill all requests of his wife. His prayer is answered. Luli is pregnant. Instead of being happy, Agil actually is confused. One morning he finds a brochure of a red Yaris car under the pillow of his wife's bed. He asks his wife if she really wants a red Yaris. Luli says yes. His efforts to fulfill the wishes of his wife failed continuously, and he falls into a failed robbery.