Arts
Movies
The Development of Film Production in Malang: The Rise of Community Creativity
Malang’s film scene is thriving as communities and young filmmakers fuel creativity with local stories, culture, and language. Independent production houses and festivals are rising, with works reaching cinemas and digital platforms. Despite challenges, Malang is emerging as East Java’s new film hub, blending education, tourism, and a growing creative ecosystem.
Jakarta World Cinema 2025 Officially Opens, with 100 Films Ready for Screening
The 2025 Jakarta World Cinema (JWC) festival has officially opened at CGV Grand Indonesia, showcasing around 100 films from Indonesia and abroad. Running until October 4, JWC features acclaimed works, including Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value, and offers screenings both offline and online via KlikFilm, strengthening global cinema appreciation.
The Movie “Pangku” is a Mother’s Emotional Journey in a Time of Distress
Renowned actor-director Reza Rahadian returns with Pangku (releasing November 6, 2025), a social drama exploring a mother’s struggle in harsh, limited circumstances. The film – by Gambar Gerak – features a cast including Claresta Taufan, Christine Hakim, Fedi Nuril and others, offering a deeply touching reflection on women’s roles and hard life choices.
Music
Why Do Indonesians Go to Music Concerts? Here Are 9 Reasons!
Indonesians attend music concerts for many intertwined reasons: to be entertained (52 %), relieve stress (46 %), enjoy the concert atmosphere (39 %), see a favorite singer live (37 %), join friends (26 %), support artists (21 %), seek interaction, nurture nostalgia, or even for social media visibility. Concerts are more than performances—they’re shared emotional,…
Games
Anime
Awesome! MMTC Yogyakarta Students Promote Local Culture Through Animation
A Yogyakarta student named Adhistya “Adhis” Sedana from MMTC has dedicated 13 months (Aug 2024–Sep 2025) to create Ikan Mas Tur Dedari, an animated project celebrating Balinese dance, folklore, and Indonesian identity. Despite time constraints and animation detail being challenging, it gained massive positive reception online and earned him a scholarship offer.