Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts
Set against the stark and stunning landscapes of rural Indonesia, this film follows the harrowing journey of a widow who takes justice into her own hands after a violent encounter with a group of men. The narrative unfolds in four distinct acts, each exploring themes of empowerment, survival, and retribution. Marsha Timothy delivers a compelling performance as the titular character, bringing depth and nuance to her portrayal. Directed by Mouly Surya, the film has been praised for its unique blend of Western and Indonesian cultural elements. It was screened in the Directors’ Fortnight section at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival. For those interested, the movie can be viewed on Soap2day for free.
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Genre: Drama, Thriller, Western
Director: Mouly Surya
Actors: Dea Panendra, Egy Fedly, Haydar Salishz, Marsha Timothy, Norman R. Akyuwen, Ruly Lubis, Satrya Ghozali, Tumpal Tampubolon, Yayu Unru, Yoga Pratama
Country: France, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand
Company: Cinesurya Pictures, Kaninga Pictures, Shasha & Co Production
Worldwide Gross: $26,331