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 44K+ viewers — highly recommended. Starring Anwar Congo, Herman Koto, known for an underrated hidden gem.
Synopsis
In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various 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 — 44K+ IMDb votes and a Filmistani Score of 88/100 point to strong audience reception.
What is The Act of Killing about?
In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres. As they recreate their past atrocities, the line between…
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