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The First Collaboration Series by Joko Anwar, Unveiling 8 Facts about 'NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS'

The First Collaboration Series by Joko Anwar, Unveiling 8 Facts about 'NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS'

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The First Collaboration Series by Joko Anwar, Unveiling 8 Facts about 'NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS'

Joko Anwar, a renowned director from Indonesia, has launched his latest series titled NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS on Friday, June 14, 2024, in collaboration with Netflix. This project marks Joko Anwar's first collaboration with Netflix and involves more than 65 talented professionals from the Indonesian film industry. This series serves as a testament to Joko Anwar's efforts in developing high-quality works.

NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS is a sci-fi thriller series that tells the story of strange events experienced by ordinary people. The story consists of various plots that eventually interconnect, reaching a dramatic climax. This series is not only directed by Joko Anwar, but also involves other directors such as Upi Avianto, Randolph Zaini, and Ray Pakpahan. The script for NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS is the result of collaboration among the writing team consisting of Joko Anwar himself, Tia Hasibuan, Rafki Hidayat, and Pratiwi Juliani. This collaboration showcases the effort to present a rich and diverse narrative in the series.

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Throughout his career since 2005, Joko Anwar has directed 10 films. However, he rarely gets involved in television projects. His previous experience in television was limited to directing the first season of HALFWORDS (2015) and an episode of Folklore titled A MOTHER'S LOVE (2018), both of which aired on HBO. In these projects, Anwar only handled a portion of the episodes. Now, he takes a big step by directing all episodes of NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS, which is his first Indonesian series to air on Netflix.

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According to Joko Anwar, there is a great opportunity for the science fiction and supernatural genres to thrive in Indonesia. He believes that NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS offers a new approach that has never been presented before. Anwar emphasizes that the key to the success of this genre lies in the ability to present stories that are relevant and close to the experiences of Indonesian viewers.

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Netflix series by Joko Anwar features a lineup of renowned Indonesian actors and actresses. The cast includes various generations of national film talents, ranging from long-standing careers like Ario Bayu, Lukman Sardi, and Nirina Zubir, to rising stars like Marissa Anita, Fachri Albar, and Asmara Abigail. The cast is also strengthened by Sha Ine Febriyanti, singer Sal Priadi, as well as talented actors like Poppy Sofia, Kevin Ardilova, and Restu Sinaga.

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The NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS series took quite a long time to produce, up to two and a half years. With a relatively long production duration, many people are paying more attention and believe that this NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS series will bring a breath of fresh air.

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Joko Anwar classifies his latest series as a science fiction thriller genre work. This marks the director's return to the non-horror genre after some time. The last time he explored a genre outside of horror was with the superhero film GUNDALA in 2019, and before that with the drama A COPY OF MIND in 2015. Throughout his career, Joko Anwar is known for his often unconventional creative ideas, giving him a reputation as an innovative filmmaker in the Indonesian film industry.

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Although Joko Anwar's works have diverse storylines, his fans often find a common thread connecting his various films. Joko Anwar has repeatedly stated that NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS will not be related to the narratives or conspiracies of his previous works. Interestingly, despite direct statements from the director, when the teaser for this series was released, many fans still tried to search for and connect various clues that might link to this series. 

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NIGHTMARES AND DAYDREAMS takes place over a wide time frame, spanning from 1985 to 2022. This period covers various important events in Indonesian history, which reportedly serve as inspiration for the storyline of this series. Joko Anwar incorporates his unique perspective on these issues, developing them into a captivating narrative.

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To bring this series to life, Joko Anwar collaborates with three talented young directors, Ray Pakpahan, Randolph Zaini, and Tommy Dewo. Additionally, the production aspect of this series is entrusted to Tia Hasibuan as the producer. This collaboration is expected to bring new and fresh perspectives in storytelling.