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09/12/2021 Drama 1h 35m
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She dreams of the stars, but society wants her to tie the knot

Overview

In her last year of secondary school, a bright Indonesian student is determined to pursue her education and resist getting married, despite the expectations of her community.

  1. Kamila Andini

    Writer, Director

  2. Prima Rusdi

    Writer

Top billed cast

  1. Arawinda Kirana

    Yuni

  2. Kevin Ardilova

    Yoga

  3. Dimas Aditya

    Mr. Damar

  4. Neneng Wulandari

    Sarah

  5. Vania Aurellia

    Nisa

  6. Boah Sartika

    Uung

  7. Anne Yasmine

    Tika

  8. Nazla Thoyib

    Grandma

  9. Asmara Abigail

    Suci

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Full Cast & Crew

Reviews

A review by Call Me Dunham
Written by Call Me Dunham on 2026-03-26
This film explores the social realities faced by women in Indonesia and critiques the deeply rooted patriarchal culture that still exists in society. Yuni, who aspires to continue her education, is held back by social norms and traditional beliefs that say rejecting two marriage proposals means she will never find a partner.

Arawinda Kirana’s performance is absolutely outstanding her gestures and expressions feel so natural that they make the audience truly feel Yuni’s sadness. The color purple, which is closely associated with Yuni, serves as a symbol of freedom, courage, and resistanc...read the rest
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Status
Released

Original Language
Indonesian

Budget
$584,550.00

Revenue
$265,268.00

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