A Journey of Island People
Synopsis
An exploration of the life story of the island people (Orang Pulo), who are absent from Indonesian historical records. It begins with the trade routes during the Dutch colonial era and extends to the tales of warriors who fought against pirates. These fragments of memory were collected from the past recollections of a woman whose presence is now considered a myth
Schedule
1st Screening
3 November 2024, 13:00 GMT+7
2nd Screening
5 November 2024, 13:00 GMT+7
Production Team
Arief Budiman
Arief Budiman is an artist and filmmaker based in Yogyakarta. In recent years, Arief’s artistic practice has been closely linked to the internet, archives, and collective memory related to the history of violence in Indonesia.
Vandy Rizaldi
Vandy is a multidisciplinary artist who challenges himself to work across a broad spectrum, encompassing sound, photography, video, dance, and socially engaged arts. He draws inspiration from the everyday mundane and considers them as driving forces behind his creative endeavours.
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