The Rainbow Troops
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- Movie: The Rainbow Troops
- Indonesian: Laskar pelangi
- Director: Riri Riza
- Writer: Salman Aristo, Andrea Hirata (novel), Mira Lesmana, Riri Riza
- Producer: Mira Lesmana
- Cinematographer: Yadi Sugandi
- Release Date: September 25, 2008
- Runtime: 124 min.
- Language: Indonesian
- Country: Indonesia
Plot
Set in the Sumatran island of Belitong , a small school is on the verge of closing down due to having less than the minimum of 10 students. Fortunately a new student arrives at the 11th hour to allow the school to continue its operations. Yet, the school still faces hardships as there are short on funds. The students then concoct an idea to put on a performance during the local carnival.
Notes
- Based on Andrea Hirata's autobiographical novel.
- Related titles:
- The Dreamer | Sang pemimpi (2009)
Cast
- Cut Mini Theo - Ms. Muslimah
- Ikranagara - Mr. Harfan
- Tora Sudiro
- Slamet Rahardjo
- Mathias Muchus
- Rieke Dyah Pitaloka
Trailer
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Film Festivals
- 2009 (59th) Berlin International Film Festival - February 5th-15th - Panorama
- 2009 (11th) Udine Far East Film - April 24th-May 2nd (Italian Premiere)
- 2009 (8th) New York Asian Film Festival - June 19th-July 5th
- 2009 (14th) Pusan International Film Festival - October 8th-16th - A Window on Asian Cinema
- 2009 (29th) Hawaii International Film Festival - October 15th-25th - Asian Showcase
Awards
- Audience Award 3rd place - 2009 (11th) Udine Far East Film - April 24th-May 2nd
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