Reasons Why Tara Basro Often Stars in Joko Anwar's Films, Joko Anwar: She Never Feels Like a Big Star

Kapanlagi.com - Joko Anwar often collaborates with Tara Basro in several film projects. Of course, many people wonder why Tara Basro always appears in Joko Anwar's films. The director of PEREMPUAN TANAH JAHANAM (Impetigore) stated that Tara always goes through the casting process for each of her films.

"People ask why Tara Basro keeps starring in my films? She goes through casting for every film and in each film, she surpasses at least 20 candidates. Like PEREMPUAN TANAH JAHANAM, many actresses auditioned, from those who are already famous to newcomers. But Tara Basro is the most suitable, that's why she is chosen again," said Joko Anwar during the launch of Samsung Galaxy S20 at The Ritz Carlton Pacific Place, SCBD, South Jakarta, Wednesday (4/3).

1. Tara Basro in the Eyes of Joko Anwar

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So, what is Tara Basro like in the eyes of Joko Anwar? When asked about it, Joko sees no doubt in Tara's acting ability.

"Tara Basro, as an actress, her acting ability cannot be doubted. It means her skills are extraordinary, her talent as well. So, she has skills that are a technicality that can be displayed because she has learned it. But in terms of talent, she is truly talented as a film player who can give everything when in a take, 'oh wow that's good,'" he said.

2. Tara Basro Doesn't Feel Like a Big Star

In addition, Joko likes Tara's humble personality, never feeling like a big star and never wanting to be treated specially. Of course, this adds value and adds to the comfortable atmosphere in the work environment.

"The most important thing is that she is very humble, never feeling like a big star, never feeling like she's beautiful or anything. Yeah, she's just an ordinary person and happens to be a film player, that's what I like. She feels like just an ordinary person, never asking for special treatment, never having a diva aura. She sleeps on the asphalt, even when resting on the sidewalk," he concluded.

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