To commemorate Indonesia's National Film Day on March 30, Netflix is championing the country's film industry by showing more local films. To further this commitment, Netflix will host a series of workshops throughout the year for more than 250 emerging filmmakers, and will collaborate with the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) to provide today's information on filmmaking. It begins with a session.
Ruben Hattari, Director of SEA Public Policy at Netflix, said: “To commemorate this year's National Film Day, Netflix is making Indonesian films available in 190 countries around the world and investing in filmmakers to support Indonesian films. We reaffirm our commitment to improving the quality of our products.” ”
At today's press conference in Jakarta, prominent filmmakers from the industry shared their hopes and visions for the future of Indonesian cinema. The panel discussion was attended by actor and producer Puri Ratuconsina, JAFF founder and renowned director Ifa Isfanshah, and Bicinema Pictures producer Taufan Adrian.
Netflix also announced its commitment to continue its journey by making several Indonesian films that were previously shown in theaters available for viewing on its platform in order to reach a wider audience. did. Lusli Eddy, head of content at Netflix Indonesia, explained that this year, Netflix aims to add more than 50 Indonesian movies that were screened in theaters to Netflix. Among them are budi pekerty, Separation of movies and moviesand 13 Bon di Jakarta.
Priri Ratukonsina said, “The progress of the Indonesian film industry is deeply connected to talent. I hope more emerging filmmakers will have the opportunity to create and inspire as the industry continues to evolve.” We also hope that Indonesian films on Netflix will reach a wider audience, including those who missed them in theaters and those overseas.”
Meanwhile, Taufan Adrian said: The partnership with Netflix is noteworthy because it not only gives us the opportunity to go to places in Indonesia where there are no cinemas, but also allows us to reach audiences even outside of Indonesia. ”
As part of today's event, Netflix and JAFF conducted a workshop aptly titled “What They Don't Talk About When They Talk About Filmmaking.” This workshop highlighted the administrative and legal aspects of film production that are often overlooked in traditional cinema. educational curriculum.
This workshop, which featured a talented group of 60 emerging producers and production teams, tackled a variety of important topics. This session was a deep dive into the fundamentals of film production, from third-party collaborations and music licensing to financial planning and legal agreements.
JAFF's Ifa Isfanshah said: “The four elements of the film ecosystem – filmmakers, governments, mass media and audiences – are now aligned with the same vision.” My hope on this National Film Day is that the four key elements moving forward continue to work together. ”
Ifa added, “Thanks to Netflix, Indonesian films will be around for longer because they will be available to watch at any time.”
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budi pekerty
release date: march twenty one
director: Leggas Banuteja
starring: Sha Ine Febryanti, Anga Unanda, Priri Ratukonsina, Dui Sasono
Logline: A school guidance counselor faces backlash after a video of her publicly cursing goes viral, threatening her career and her family's livelihood.
Jatu Chinta Seperti Di Movie
release date: March 29th
director: Yandy Lawrence
starring: Ringo Agus Rahman, Nirina Zubir, Alex Abad, Sheila Dara, Dion Wiyoko
Logline: Screenwriters carefully write romance movie scripts based on the feelings a person feels after reuniting with their high school crush.
172 days
release date: April 4th
director: Hadra Deen Ratu
starring: Brian Domani, Yasmin Knapper, Yoriko Angeline
Logline: A young woman with a troubled past turns to religion for purpose in life and a chance to find true love. Based on a true story.
13 Bon di Jakarta
release date: April 30
director: Anga Dwimas Sasonko
starring: Chicco Kurniawan, Arhit Pramono, Lutesha, Rio Dewanto, Putri Ayudhya, Niken Anjani
Ali Topan
release date: Coming soon in 2024
director: Sidhartha Tata
starring: Jeffrey Nichol, Lutesha
Pemandi Jenaza
release date: June 27
director: Hadra Deen Ratu
starring: Agnini Haq, Jenard Mesa Ayu, Ibrahim Rishad
Keleta Berdala
release date: Coming soon in 2024
director: Rizal Mantovani
starring: Hana Malasan, Putri Ayudhya, Kiki Narendra, Zara Leola, Fadly Faisal, Ruth Marini
Shikusa Neraka
release date: Coming soon in 2024
director: Angie Ambara
starring: Keisha Alvaro, Rizky Fakhrell, Safira Ratu Sophia, Neila D. Purnama, Slamet Rahardjo, Aliyo Wahab