Nugroho’s debut feature, winner of Gold Prize at Tokyo International Film Festival (1994). Established him internationally.
Realistic fairy-tale set in Sumba, depicting clashes between traditional society and modernity. A stubborn boy, widow, and Elvis impersonator embody tensions of globalization.
Nurul Arifin; Ibrahim Ibnu; Fuad Idris; Jajang
Winaldha E. Melalatoa – Cinematography, Arturo G. Pradjawisastra – Editing, Hartanto – Sound, Icang Zaini – Sound, Tony Prabowo – Music
Jakarta Institute of Arts, Faculty of Film and Television
Garin Nugroho,Armantono