11 Indonesian Films Streaming on Netflix, Ready to Accompany Your Long Weekend with Exciting Stories

GOWOK: KAMASUTRA JAWA: Directed by Hanung Bramantyo, this film explores Javanese culture through the figure of "Gowok", a woman who teaches household matters and sexuality to young men approaching marriage. The film sparks heated discussions as it raises sensitive themes with a strong cultural touch.

THE MURDER OF WITCH DOCTORS: This work by Azhar Kinoi Lubis captures a dark social conflict, where the community executes witch doctors without defense. Its scenes depict the chaos and fear that engulf a small community. Now viewers can watch it legally on Netflix.

ABRACADABRA: This comedy, drama, and fantasy film tells the story of a magician who fails to return a boy who disappeared inside his magic box. The magical scenes are presented with a quirky and unique visual style, making this film different from typical Indonesian dramas.

DARK NIGHT OF VENGEANCE: This film directed by Danial Rifki highlights the story of Jefri and Sarah's affair that leads to the death of Jefri's legitimate wife, Sofia. The story is full of intrigue, mystery, and psychological pressure that keeps the audience glued to the screen.

MIRRORING SEA: Another work by Kamila Andini, this film tells the story of a girl from the Bajo tribe who meets a fortune teller using a mirror ritual. This film is rich in cultural symbolism of the sea and the traditional beliefs of the Wakatobi community.

SITI: This film by Eddie Cahyono portrays the struggle of a woman named Siti who must survive with two jobs. The film highlights gender inequality and social stigma, now accessible to a wider audience through Netflix.

TURAH: Directed by Wicaksono Wisnu Legowo, this film depicts the harsh life of the poor community in Kampung Tirang. The conflict between the common people and local authorities brings sharp and heart-wrenching social realism.

SEKALA NISKALA: Directed by Kamila Andini, this film showcases a girl’s way of coping with the death of her twin brother through imagination and a symbolic world. This film is very strong in themes of spirituality and loss, making it worthy of a global Netflix release.

KUCUMBU TUBUH INDAHKU: Directed by Garin Nugroho, this film tells the story of a spiritual journey and identity of a teenage Lengger dancer. This film has traveled the world’s festivals and sparked debates about gender and cultural expression in Indonesia.

THE ADVENTURE OF CATCHING THUNDER: This family film directed by Kuntz Agus tells the story of a child from Hong Kong living in Boyolali who tries to make a film with his new friends. The story is light, entertaining, and full of heartwarming values of friendship.

MOUNTAIN SONG: This film by Yusuf Radjamuda tells the story of a little boy named Gimba who must face the loss of his mother. With poetic visual nuances, this film takes the audience to the quiet yet emotional atmosphere of the mountain hinterlands. Come on, read articles about other Indonesian film recommendations at Kapanlagi.com. If not now, when, KapanLagi?