Want to Raise Public Awareness to Stop Harassment and Violence Against Women, Nova Eliza Screens a Short Film Titled 'Cantik'

Kapanlagi.com - Nova Eliza apparently becomes one of many Indonesian artists who care about the issue of violence and sexual harassment against women. Therefore, it is important for Nova Eliza to increase public awareness of these cases.

Nova Eliza also commemorates the campaign to stop violence against women by screening a short film she made titled 'Cantik' (Beautiful). The film, directed by her, stars Jihan Husein, Leony (Trio Kwek Kwek), Teuku Zacky, Emmie Lamu, Ayu Dyah Pasha, Ari Tulang, and Iang Darmawan.

On this occasion, the short film 'Cantik' is being shown for the first time.

"Today we are commemorating the campaign to stop violence against women and also celebrating Mother's Day. Coincidentally, we made a short film to raise awareness about sexual harassment. We gather here and our film premieres," said Nova Eliza when met in Kemang, South Jakarta, on Sunday night (10/12).

1. Inspired by a True Story

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Nova Eliza explained that this short film was inspired by the story of harassment experienced by fellow artists. Therefore, she said that similar things can happen to anyone without exception.

"It was inspired by one of the actors who had actually experienced it. But I can't mention their name because of privacy," she said.

"In reality, harassment that occurs in Indonesia is indeed high, and it is possible that the entertainment industry can also be a victim. Harassment can differ, it can also be in the form of verbal jokes on set that make us uncomfortable. Sometimes there are also those who don't understand, so education is needed," she added.

2. Closest People Have an Important Role

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In addition, Nova Eliza emphasized that prevention of violence and harassment against women should be done by those closest to them first. Therefore, Nova Eliza hopes that the film Cantik can educate society.

This is really important considering that violence and harassment against women will have long-term negative effects on the individuals who experience it.

"Our goal is for this short film to educate and we want to take it on a roadshow to schools and universities in Indonesia. Starting in Indonesia because based on data, it still happens frequently, especially among teenagers. We want this awareness to be in Indonesia first as a preventive measure," she concluded.

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