Kapanlagi.com - After becoming the third winner of Stand Up Comedy Indonesia in the first season of 2011, the name Ernest Prakasa is already familiar. He who works as a comedian, screenwriter, director, and actor in the film industry has now become more successful with his characteristic and unique works. Starting from the film Ngenest (2015), Cek Toko Sebelah (2017), Milly & Mamet: Ini Bukan Cinta & Rangga (2018), Teka Teki Tika (2021), and many more that are not only acted but also written and directed by him, making his films popular.
Ernest is also known as someone who is dedicated to his work, such as during the production of the film Cek Toko Sebelah, where he willingly lost 5 kg just to play the character named Erwin. Meanwhile, Ernest also succeeded in producing films that even entered the Indonesian Box Office and became bestsellers, one of which was the film Ngenest which aired in 2015 and was loved by many viewers, successfully reaching more than 700 thousand viewers.
In addition, there are many films directed and starred by Ernest himself that have succeeded in the Indonesian film industry and are known by many people. So, instead of waiting, let's check out 5 recommendations for Indonesian films, especially those that involve comedy and Ernest Prakasa!
1. Stip & Pensil (2017)
Poster Film Stip & Pensil Yang Dibintangi Oleh Ernest Prakasa Pada Tahun 2017/Credit foto: stipdanpensilmovie_
With a light but unique and valuable story, Ardy Octaviand, who directed the screenplay written by Ernest Prakasa, Bene Dion, Arie Kriting, and Joko Anwar, successfully presented a film with current issues not far from real life, especially with topics about social inequality and anti-bullying campaigns packaged in an interesting comedy. The story revolves around the friendship between Toni, Bubu, Aghi, and Saras during their high school years, who come from wealthy families and are known for their arrogance, often becoming the talk of the school. One day, Pak Adam, played by Pandji Pragiwaksono, asked his students to write an essay on social issues. Instead, they decided to establish a free school under a bridge, even though they faced opposition from various parties, especially the people living in the area. And from there, they experienced many experiences and problems.
2. Ngenest (2015)
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Poster for the comedy film titled Comic 8 /Credit photo: instagram.com/comic.8.casino.king
A comedy film directed by Angga Umbara and released in 2014, it tells the story of eight young men who plan to rob a bank. They each have different motives, which eventually leads to them splitting up into three teams based on their abilities and experience. Reasons for their motives include being heartbroken, having a hobby, doing it just for fun, seeking adrenaline through sports, and even robbing to support an orphanage and the poor. It's going to be exciting, have you watched this one yet?
6. Milly & Mamet: This is Not Love & Rangga (2018)
Poster for the comedy film titled Milly & Mamet: This is Not Love & Rangga Released in 2019/Credit photo: instagram.com/vidiodotcom
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If you've watched the movie Ada Apa Dengan Cinta, you're probably familiar with the characters Milly and Mamet. The innocent and funny characters of Milly and Mamet are now the focus of this film directed by Ernest Prakasa. You will witness the changes in Milly and Mamet's household life since Milly gave birth to their child.
Their dreams and freedom slowly disappear, and eventually, their household situation becomes uncontrollable. Will they be able to face these problems? Will Milly and Mamet continue to live together? If you're curious about the answers, you can't miss this movie.
As the title suggests, the story of this film revolves around Milly and Mamet. This movie is a spin-off of the sequel to the movie Ada Apa dengan Cinta?, which was released in 2016.
Milly and Mamet are married, and Milly decides to quit her job at the bank to focus on taking care of their household and having more time for their first child.
7. Susah Sinyal (2017)
Poster for the movie Susah Sinyal released in 2017/Credit photo: wikipedia
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