Penyalin Cahaya and the economy of feminist films
Arts, Gender, Top StoriesThe growing commodification of feminist issues in Indonesia means that while some films may advance feminist themes, this is no guarantee that the filmmakers involved genuinely support gender equality.
Tilik and the gender order crisis
Arts, GenderThe public debate prompted by the film Tilik is reflective of a broader ideological contestation around gender relations in post-authoritarian Indonesia, writes Dr Evi Eliyanah.