Despite being highly awaited, live action adaptations often fail to capture the essence of the original version and, instead, spark controversy.
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Two things that make Joyland Festival Bali Chapter special for its fans. First, the well-curated musicians. Second, Bali’s position as a brief escape from the stifling capital city.
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Poets are very different from novelists or short story writers. Compared with novels, the popularity of poetry is nothing to talk about, as it has an even more niche audience.
Just like other film workers, stuntmen still have to go through a long, winding road to realise the dream for welfare in the Indonesian film industry.
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Issues of welfare, work safety and work-life balance are still at the forefront of the Indonesian film industry.
Behind the silver screen, there are tons of issues that film industry workers and the associations that oversee each department have been trying to fix for years. Working hours, wages and worker safety remain the main demands of those who stay at the shooting location 24/7.
Decades since its emergence in Indonesia in the late 1950s, the local dubbing industry continues to progress along with the development of the film industry and technology.
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The road to making it in the Indonesian film industry is one with many challenges. But why? TFR spoke with people from the industry who are making their marks in it despite the many hurdles and tribulations.
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It is not without good reasons that there are more music festivals than ever. But how will these festivals evolve in the future?
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There has been a recent upsurge of retailers such as Sonderlab, HGL, ASAU and Masari Shop, that specialise in the curation of local brands and designers, which enables them to thrive and steer the fashion industry towards economic sustainability.
If there was one overarching theme for Jakarta Fashion Week 2024, it would probably be love.
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The vast development of the Indonesian movie industry is marred by the lack of skilled film crew, while the existing crew is struggling to make ends meet.
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As the global modelling industry now prefers authentic models, Indonesian models are in an advantageous position.
For years, documentary films have served as a tool to relay crises in various sectors to the general public and a wider audience. Many believe that documentary films give the average person access to crucial information about global, social and political issues they might not otherwise be exposed to.
Aside from the understanding of the limitations on artistic freedom, collaboration among relevant authorities is also a key to create regulations that are no longer limiting artists. Transparency is crucial to achieve this.
The brand has become synonymous with peak luxury, yet its origins and history are less known. Thus, TFR aims to look back on what made the brand what it is today, and most especially the insiders’ guide to Hermés.
In the past, an A&R had to find artists in a traditional way by coming to music events or cafes that provide live music. Today, technology has supported and simplified the process.
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Exploring the development and existence of women and other marginalised communities in Indonesia's hardcore/punk scene.
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