The Act of Killing
2012
A story of killers who win, and the society they build.
- Documentary
7.7
721
November 1, 2012
1h 57m
Synopsis
In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres, from gangster epics to musicals. As they recreate their past atrocities, the line between reality and performance blurs, exposing the lingering impact of Indonesia’s 1965-66 anti-communist purge and the unsettling psychology of its perpetrators.
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Original Title
Jagal
Spoken Languages
Indonesian
Production Countries
Denmark, Norway, United Kingdom, Indonesia
Budget
$1,000,000
Revenue
$722,714
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