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201113 minPGdoc-short

Ronin

201113 minPGdoc-short

For 20 years, a vegetable seller in Jakarta has been a central figure for local mothers, providing a space for conversation and community amidst urban change.

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Mahardhika Yudha,

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For 20 years, a vegetable seller in Jakarta has been a central figure for local mothers, providing a space for conversation and community amidst urban change.

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Mahardhika Yudha

Mahardhika Yudhadirector

Andang Kelanadirector

Adel Pashadirector

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Ronin, a vegetable seller in Jakarta, has served his community for 20 years. Each morning, he engages with neighborhood residents, providing a space for gossip and conversation. As he observes the changes around him, Ronin becomes a focal point for local mothers and household keepers. His presence contrasts with the encroachment of malls and supermarkets, representing a shift in small community dynamics.

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