Recommendation of 8 Latest Indonesian Films and Series Streaming on Prime Video Starting March 16th, Including a Series Starring Marshanda

Kapanlagi.com - Welcoming Ramadan, Prime Video prepares 8 titles of local films and series to entertain the audience in Indonesia. Every week, starting from March 16th, 2023, viewers can enjoy a variety of quality and exciting shows on Prime Video, from drama, comedy to horror.

Check out the 8 recommended local shows that are ready to accompany KLovers every week!

1. QODRAT (Streaming starting March 16th)

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A horror-religious genre film directed by Charles Gozali and starring husband-and-wife duo Vino G. Bastian and Marsha Timothy.

The film tells the story of Ustaz Qodrat (Vino G. Bastian) as the owner of ruqyah knowledge, who failed to perform ruqyah on his own son, Alif Al-Fatanah (Jason Bangun), who was possessed by a demon named Assuala. Qodrat decided to return to the pesantren (Islamic boarding school) in the village where he studied.

However, when he arrived there, Qodrat was confused because the pesantren was filled with unexplained disturbances. This resulted in Qodrat having to perform ruqyah on Alif Amri (Keanu Azka), Yasmin's youngest son (Marsha Timothy), who has the same name as his deceased son.

2. MOTHER ELEPHANT (Premiere on March 26)

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A comedy-drama series adapted from the book of the same name by journalist Ira Gita Natalia Sembiring, directed by Muhadkly Acho.

The series stars Marshanda, Mikha Tambayong, Tika Panggabean, and Dimas Anggara, and tells the dynamics of the relationship between a mother and her child. In the series MOTHER ELEPHANT, Marshanda plays Ira, a woman who is forced by her mother to change her appearance in order to quickly find a partner. The request of her mother (Tika Panggabean), who is called Mother Elephant, makes Ira more uncomfortable with her imperfections.

3. SRIMULAT - THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM ACT 1 (Premiere on March 30)

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A film that tells the story of the legendary Indonesian comedy group Srimulat. Before becoming a big group known throughout Indonesia, Srimulat started their comedy career at the Sriwedari Theater in Surakarta and succeeded. When they finally got the chance to move to Jakarta, they had to face many challenges, including language barriers. Used to entertaining in Javanese, the Srimulat audience in the capital city did not understand their jokes.

SRIMULAT: THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM - ACT 1 is directed by renowned director Fajar Nugros and stars a talented cast of young actors. Among them are Bio One, Elang El Gibran, Ibnu Jamil, Indah Permatasari, Dimas Anggara, Teuku Rifnu Wikana, Erick Estrada, Morgan Oey, Zulfa Maharani, Naimma Aljufri, Erika Carlina, and Rukman Rosadi.

4. MY SASSY GIRL (Premieres April 6)

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This romantic comedy drama adaptation of the Korean film of the same name is directed by Fajar Bustomi and stars Gian (Jefri Nichol) and Sisi (Tiara Andini).

MY SASSY GIRL Indonesian version is full of young romance nuances that tell the love journey between Gian and Sisi. Their love journey begins when Gian accidentally meets Sisi at the train station. Although there was a misunderstanding between them at first, over time, the seeds of love grow, and they are bound to each other. This light film will entertain viewers with visuals full of colors and entertaining jokes.

5. AUTOBOGRAPHY (Premieres April 13)

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AUTOBIOGRAPHY is an Indonesian drama film directed by Makbul Mubarak. In addition to winning the Citra Award for Best Original Screenplay, this film has also been screened at several prestigious film festivals such as the Venice, Toronto, Busan, and Stockholm Film Festivals.

The film tells the story of Rakib (Kevin Ardilova) who works as a caretaker for an empty house owned by a retiree named Purna (Arswendy Bening Swara). One day, Purna returns home and runs for mayor in his village.

Every day, Rakib accompanies Purna in various activities as a mayoral candidate, including campaigning and putting up banners. Rakib sees a father figure he longs for in Purna, until an unexpected event changes all of his views.

6. MIRACLE IN CELL NO 7 (Premieres April 20)

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MIRACLE IN CELL NO. 7 is a family drama film directed by Hanung Bramantyo adapted from the 2013 South Korean film of the same name by Lee Hwan-kyung.

The film tells the story of Dodo Rozak (Vino G. Bastian), a balloon seller with an intellectual disability who gets caught up in a murder and rape case he didn't commit. Dodo is then sent to a prison cell in Block 7, which is inhabited by violent prisoners such as Japra "Forman" Effendi (Indro Warkop), Zaki (Tora Sudiro), Yunus "Bewok" (Rigen), Atmo "Gepeng" (Indra Jegel), and Asrul "Bule" (Bryan Domani).

Dodo manages to smuggle his daughter, Kartika (Graciella Abigail/Mawar De Jongh), into his cell with the help of his fellow inmates. The bond between Dodo and Kartika brings happiness to the prisoners and guards in the jail. They begin to doubt whether a loving man like Dodo could have killed a little girl.

7. HITMEN (Airing April 27)

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HITMEN,an action-comedy film directed byAnggy Umbara, starringVino G. Bastian, Abdur Arsyad, Anggika Bolsterli, and Brisia Jodie. The film tells the story of Jonny (Vino G. Bastian) who suddenly reappears after three weeks in the world of hitmen. He invites his loyal friend and partner, Franky (Abdur Arsyad), to retire early and start a catfish farming business. They both agree and bring their retirement plan to their boss, Damar.

Damar gives Jonny and Franky one last mission. They must kill three targets before they are allowed to retire. They are surprised to find that their last mission goes against the principles and values they have believed in while working as hitmen.

Doubts arise in Jonny and Franky's minds, which grow so large that they ultimately hinder them from completing their final mission. Moreover, their rival, Manuel, also appears to disrupt them. This final mission ultimately helps Jonny and Franky understand life better, even helping them to get closer to their loved ones, Sarah (Anggika Bolsterli) and Mercy (Brisia Jodie).

8. KKN DI DESA PENARI:LUWIH DOWO, LUWIH MEDENI (Premieres May 4th)

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Adapted from the viral story of the same name by SimpleMan, this supernatural horror film is directed by Awi Suryadi and stars Nur (Tissa Biani), Widya (Adinda Thomas), and Bima (Achmad Megantara).

KKN DI DESA PENARI: LUWIH DOWO, LUWIH MEDENI tells the story of six college students - Nur, Widya, Ayu, Bima, Anton, and Wahyu - who are carrying out their community service in a remote village. Unbeknownst to them, the village they have chosen is not an ordinary one.

From the beginning, the village chief, Pak Prabu, warned them not to cross the forbidden gate. After staying in the village for a few days, they began to experience strange occurrences.

Bima's behavior changed and they were terrorized by a mysterious and creepy dancer. They sought the help of Mbah Buyut, the local shaman, but they were threatened with not being able to return safely from the village known as the dance village.

KKN DI DESA PENARI: LUWIH DOWO, LUWIH MEDENI is presented with a duration of more than 40 minutes longer than the previous version.

(kpl/pit)