Brilio.net - Ahead of the screening of the film Malam Penabut Jiwa in Indonesia, May 22 2024, the film with the international title Respati has announced that it will be shown in more than 10 countries. The film, produced by BASE Entertainment and directed by Sidharta Tata, will also be shown in cinemas in Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore, Cambodia, Vietnam, Taiwan, Mongolia, CIS/Baltic (Russia and surrounding areas) and the United States.
This success in penetrating the international market is the result of BASE Entertainment's collaboration with Barunson E&A, which is the international distribution partner for this film. Even though it is still in the finalization stage of post-production, Malam Pemacak Nyawa received a positive and warm reception when participating in various international film markets. Such as the European Film Market (EFM) and Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART). Next, Night of the Death Reaper will participate in the Cannes Film Market.
Meanwhile, BASE Entertainment producer, Aoura Lovenson Chandra, expressed her joy because her film was received internationally with diverse cultural backgrounds.
This international sales success even occurred before the film was 100% complete. "The film Malam Penabut Jiwa is not only a new achievement for BASE Entertainment, but also increases the credibility and self-confidence of Indonesian filmmakers who are increasingly well received by global audiences," said Aoura Lovenson Chandra.
The above statement is also supported by Barunson E&A's Head of International Business, Sylvie Kim, who is proud to witness Respati's journey in the global market. According to him, buyers showed interest, especially in Respati's story, revealing the mysteries of dreams and the real world.
"Interest in films from Indonesia, especially the horror genre, is increasingly enthusiastic in the international market. "This is because many international audiences are satisfied with the production quality as well as the film's entertaining concept and plot," he said.
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The film Malam Penabut Nyawa was inspired by the novel by Ragil JP entitled Respati and the screenplay was written by Ambaridzki Ramadhantyo with Sidharta Tata. This film stars a number of talented young actors, including Devano Danendra, Keisya Levronka, Mikha Hernan, also comedian Fajar Nugra, as well as well-known actors such as Ratu Felisha, Budi Ros, and Kiki Narendra.
Continue to follow the journey of the film Malam Reaper of Lives via the official social media accounts and look forward to the film Malam of the Reaper of Lives starting Wednesday 22 May 2024 only in cinemas.