Monday, 19 Oct, 2026

Beyond the Playlist: How Podcasts Are Redefining the Commuter Experience in Indonesia

By: Editorial Desk (Based on Antara News reports) The modern journey, whether it is a grueling morning commute through the congested streets of Jakarta, a long-haul train ride across Java, or a meditative walk through a quiet neighborhood, is no longer defined solely by the rhythmic hum of traffic or the shuffle of a music […]

The Unsung Hero: Why ‘Panji Tengkorak’ Deserves a Second Look Amidst Indonesia’s Animation Struggle

In the landscape of Indonesian cinema, few figures are as legendary as Panji Tengkorak. Originally birthed from the pen of Hans Jaladara in 1968, the skull-masked anti-hero has traversed decades—from comic books to radio dramas, and from live-action cult classics in the 70s and 80s to television serials in the 90s. Yet, the 2025 animated […]

Breaking the Silence: How Aurelie Moeremans’ Memoir ‘Broken Strings’ Exposed the Reality of Child Grooming in Indonesia

JAKARTA — Belgian-born Indonesian actress Aurelie Moeremans has ignited a profound national conversation on child exploitation, coercive control, and victim recovery following the viral surge of her self-published memoir, Broken Strings: Kepingan Masa Muda yang Patah (Broken Strings: Broken Pieces of Youth). Originally released quietly and free of charge on October 12, 2025, the deeply […]

Panji Tengkorak: A Shadow Falls on Indonesia’s Animated Ambition Amidst Unrest and Global Giants

Jakarta, Indonesia – The highly anticipated animated feature, Panji Tengkorak, has reportedly faced a disheartening reception at the Indonesian box office, struggling to capture audience attention since its premiere on August 28, 2025. Despite emerging during a period of burgeoning local animation, the film, directed by Daryl Wilson and produced by Falcon Pictures and Kumata […]

Indonesia’s Cinematic Ascendance: Navigating the Global Stage

This article is based on a collaborative research project between Cinema Poetica and the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia. The findings were derived through rigorous digital data collection, processing, and analysis of media outlets and international film festival publications. Introduction: A New Chapter for Indonesian Cinema The landscape of global cinema is […]