Brilio.net - If asked to name one of Indonesia's best solo singers, Glenn Fredly would be included. This singer from Ambon is known as Bung Glenn. His figure is also known as one of the country's legendary musicians. His melodies about love and heartbreak always touch the heart. Not only that, the hit songs he sings also inspire listeners and the Indonesian people.
Four years since he left in April 2020, his story in music and his struggles within the family have now been revealed in a film by director Lukman Sardi and producers Daniel Mananta and Robert Ronny entitled Glenn Fredly The Movie.
This film raises the themes of family and music which are important values in Bung Glenn's life. Family warmth and affection are the main strength for Glenn in living his life, including in his career as a musician. Glenn Fredly The Movie will also feature some of Glenn's iconic moments on stage, showing his love of music and dedication to entertaining and touching the hearts of his fans.
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"The themes of family and music are the main focus in this film. We want to show the audience how Glenn Fredly grew up in a unique family with its own conflicts, his struggle to prove the values he believed in, and how music became a means to express his heart," said the producer, Daniel Mananta at the Press Screening & Press Conference for the film "Glenn Fredly The Movie", Wednesday (24/4).
Glenn Fredly The Movie produced by Time International Films, Adhya Pictures, and DAMN! I Love Indonesia Pictures stars the winner of the 2022 FFI Citra Cup for Best Male Lead Actor, namely Marthino Lio. Apart from that, this film also stars Bucek, Ruth Sahanaya, Zulfa Maharani, Alyssa Abidin, Sonia Alyssa, Sahira Anjani, and Winky Wiryawan.
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"This film is not only about Glenn Fredly's life journey as a musician, but also about love, family and friendship. We hope this film can inspire many people to continue working and fighting for what they believe in," said director Glenn Fredly The Movie, Lukman Sardi.
Actor Marthino Lio, who plays the character Glenn Fredly, said he felt honored and proud to be involved in this project.
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"Glenn Fredly is an inspirational figure for me. I hope this film can provide a clear picture of who he is and what he is fighting for," said Marthino.
Previously, the film Glenn Fredly The Movie also held a special screening in Ambon and also brought Bung Glenn's family, Mutia Ayu, and Gewa home to Ambon, on April 12 2024. The premiere in Ambon was also close to the anniversary of Bung Glenn's death, namely on April 8.
Daniel Mananta also revealed that the special screening in Ambon was an emotional moment where Mutia Ayu visited Bung Glenn's homeland for the first time. This visit also served as a form of respect to celebrate the memories and values that Bung Glenn always believed in.
Glenn Fredly The Movie will be shown in cinemas on April 25 2024. Keep up to date with information about the film Glenn Fredly The Movie on the official social media Instagram @glennfredlythemovie and @adhyapictures.