American Filmmaker Named Marco Balsamo Makes Film 'FORZA' in Bali, Show Unity in Diversity

Kapanlagi.com - Indonesian production house Adhya Pictures collaborates with Riva Studios based in the United States. They work together on a film titled FORZA.

The concept of the family drama genre film comes from American filmmaker Marco Balsamo, who is not only the director but also the screenplay writer and producer. His idea was revealed to have been brewing for a long time since his first visit to Indonesia, where he was amazed by the background of football here.

"I have a personal connection with Indonesia when I came here at the age of nineteen. I see the magnitude of football in this country and want to create a work in Indonesia because of its extraordinary football background," said Marco during a press conference in Gianyar, Bali, on Wednesday (21/2/2024).

1. Fresh Family Drama Ideas

American Filmmaker Named Marco Balsamo Makes 'FORZA' Film in Bali © KapanLagi.com/Adi Abas Nugroho

Marco Balsamo wrote the script for FORZA in seven days. The script was well received by Adhya Pictures, so the pre-production and shooting processes did not take long.

"Marco is very familiar with Indonesia, and when this idea was given in the middle of 2023, we were interested in executing it because the story offered is fresh. It has been a long time since Indonesia made a family drama film with a sports theme," said Shierly Kosasih, executive producer of Adhya Pictures on the same occasion.

2. Togetherness in Diversity

Through the film FORZA, Marco Balsamo wants to capture the unusual aspects of family relationships in Indonesia. Where the portrayal of togetherness in diversity can attract the global market due to its universal treatment.

"Through this film, I want to create connections beyond language, which is the theme of family. And I believe this story can touch the international market because diversity is the most important point in this film. That's why the cast consists of actors from various ethnicities and races," explained Marco.

FORZA features Atiqah Hasiholan, Yoriko Angeline, Tio Pakusadewo, Teuku Rifnu Wikana, Ruth Marini, and Arie Kriting. The actors were given the freedom to perfect their characters by Marco to match their backgrounds.

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