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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Albeit constantly keeping up with technological development and recent trends, the qasidah group ensures that its regeneration must adapt to its identity.
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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While we shall not judge a book by its cover, maybe we can judge a country by its fashion? More than any other countries, Japan’s unique fashion is a reflection of its one-of-a-kind culture and creativity.
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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.
Guerilla outdoor cinema or layar tancap has existed in Indonesia since the 20th century. When the cinema industry went through a massive technology transition, many layar tancap providers bought used equipment from cinema chains.
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Digital comics are slowly replacing traditional comics. The ease of access makes digital comics, or webcomics, have their own target readers.
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.
In the past, all posters looked rigid with the same template; the party’s colour and logo were the only differentiators. But now, such an approach is no longer preferred as developments in technology, culture and the characteristics of each generation demand campaign poster designs to adapt to current trends.
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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Unlike before, now K-pop entertainment also provides opportunities for dancers who want to try their hand at covering their artists’ songs by holding dance cover competitions.
When we talk about K-pop fans, the verb that we often use is fangirling, which is used to describe women who are admiring their idols. Interestingly, we now see more and more men becoming K-popers or fanboys and don't hesitate to show themselves.