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2025129 minPG-13documentary

Historical Figures

Bachtiar

2025129 minPG-13documentary

After over a decade in prison, filmmaker Bachtiar Siagian's life and work remain largely forgotten, prompting Hafiz Rancajale to search for the truth.

Historical Figures

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Hafiz Rancajale

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After over a decade in prison, filmmaker Bachtiar Siagian's life and work remain largely forgotten, prompting Hafiz Rancajale to search for the truth.

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Hafiz Rancajale

Hafiz Rancajaledirector

Bunga Siagiancast

Indra Siagiancast

Bachtiar Siagian

Bachtiar Siagiancast

Daniel Irawan

Daniel Irawancast

Synopsis

Hafiz Rancajale seeks to reconstruct the life of filmmaker Bachtiar Siagian, a significant figure in the Communist cultural movement. Siagian spent over a decade in prison, and little information about him remained. Rancajale collaborates with colleagues to rediscover and revise Siagian's history, addressing misconceptions about his contributions and legacy. The documentary runs for 129 minutes and was released in 2025.

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