Jogja-Netpac Asian Film Festival Kicks Off With 'Samsara'
VarietyStory by Sahasranaman Ramachandran
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Indonesia's longest-running international film festival kicks off, drawing top industry figures despite inclement weather.
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- The 19th Jogja-Netpac Asian Film Festival (JAFF) opened at Empire XXI Jogja, attracting thousands of attendees.
- Notable Indonesian directors and actors like Yandy Laurens, Dian Sastrowardoyo, and Timo Tjahjanto were in attendance, signaling the festival's significance in the regional film scene.
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Yandy Laurens, Sidharta Tata, Tumpal Tampubolon, Timo Tjahjanto, Dian Sastrowardoyo, Sheila Dara, Jogja-Netpac Asian Film Festival, Empire XXI Jogja, 'Samsara'