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Rifki's Films Ignite Jakarta World Cinema
8 Nov
Summary
- Remake of 'The Invisible Guest' finally screens after 2023 completion.
- New films explore themes of desire, political fear, and societal pressure.
- Director Danial Rifki champions human moral conflict across genres.
Indonesian director Danial Rifki's highly anticipated remake of the Spanish thriller 'The Invisible Guest,' finished in 2023, is now captivating audiences at Jakarta World Cinema. This marks the premiere of one of three Rifki films featured at the festival. The Falcon Pictures production, a reimagining of Oriol Paulo's 2016 hit, stars prominent actors Reza Rahadian, Mawar de Jongh, and Arifin Putra.
Rifki also presents two new features: the romantic comedy 'Tua Tua Keladi' and the thriller 'Sandal Jepit No. 10.' 'Tua Tua Keladi' delves into the unexpected passions stirred among elderly villagers by a chemical leak. Meanwhile, 'Sandal Jepit No. 10' critically examines police interrogation tactics and the enduring fear of oppression stemming from Indonesia's political history.
Rifki, a filmmaker dedicated to exploring human moral conflict, aims to challenge societal norms and expose abuse of power. He expresses a desire to evolve through various genres, with his upcoming film 'Before Thirty' set for release in January 2027, addressing the societal pressure on young Indonesians to achieve success before the age of 30.
