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Indonesian Directors Shine at Cannes Critics' Week
2 May
Summary
- Four young Indonesian directors' short films debut at Cannes.
- Next Step Studio supports emerging talent from around the world.
- The initiative has helped over 80 filmmakers create feature films.
The Cannes Critics' Week is showcasing four new short films from emerging Indonesian directors through its Next Step Studio initiative. This program empowers young filmmakers to collaborate on co-written and co-directed shorts, which will screen during the 65th edition of Critics' Week, running from May 13 to May 21.
The Next Step Studio has a history of supporting global cinematic talent, having previously focused on filmmakers from diverse regions like Taiwan, Chile, and South Africa. Over 80 filmmakers have benefited from this program, leading to the creation of nearly 50 first feature films.
This year's featured shorts include 'Holy Crowd,' 'Original Wound,' 'Annisa,' and 'Mothers Are Mothering.' These films were produced with significant support from Indonesian entities and the French Embassy in Indonesia, highlighting a strong international collaboration.
The initiative's success underscores its commitment to discovering and fostering new cinematic voices worldwide, allowing them to share their unique stories on an international stage.
