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Indonesian Oscar Entry: Web Series Becomes Film Sensation
20 Nov
Summary
- Web series 'Sore' transformed into film, Indonesia's Oscar submission.
- Filmmaker Yandy Laurens adapted his own 2017 work with new perspective.
- 'Sore: Wife from the Future' ranks among Indonesia's top-grossing films.
Yandy Laurens' popular 2017 web series, "Sore: Wife from the Future," has been reimagined as a feature film and selected as Indonesia's official entry for the Academy Awards. While the initial plot mirrors the web series, the cinematic adaptation delves into more profound themes of marriage and relationships, reflecting Laurens' evolved perspective as a married father.
Actress Sheila Dara Aisha, who portrays Sore, embraced the challenge of embodying a character driven by profound, almost obsessive love. She, alongside Laurens and producer Suryana Paramita, explored the character's complex layers, finding depth beyond simple affection. This exploration was crucial in shaping the film's unique narrative.
The film's journey from a web series to an Oscar contender was met with unexpected success, becoming one of Indonesia's highest-grossing films of 2025. Despite initial hesitation about the fantasy genre's reception, the film's resonance with audiences has been overwhelmingly positive, marking a significant achievement for Indonesian cinema.
