The Act of Killing
A story of killers who win and the society they build.
A Documentary, History film (2012) rated 8.2/10 on IMDb by 45K+ viewers — highly recommended. Starring Anwar Congo, Herman Koto, known for an underrated hidden gem.
Synopsis
After befriending documentarian Joshua Oppenheimer, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various American film genres. 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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Is The Act of Killing worth watching?
Yes — highly recommended. Filmistani rates The Act of Killing 88/100 (IMDb: 8.2/10). A strong pick for fans of Documentary.
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The Act of Killing is a hit — 45K+ IMDb votes and a Filmistani Score of 88/100 point to strong audience reception.
What is The Act of Killing about?
After befriending documentarian Joshua Oppenheimer, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various American film genres. As they recreate their past atrocities, the…
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