Merantau
Synopsis
When 18-year-old Nova has just arrived in the Netherlands, she can’t call her worried mother as promised. What should have been a simple run to the store turns into a long journey in search of connection.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Rialto for Short
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jalu Glissenaar
- Screenplay & Story
- Jalu Glissenaar
- Original Score
- Oscar Mosterd
- Original Title
- Merantau
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- English, Persian
- Runtime
- 11m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jalu Glissenaar
Jalu Glissenaar
Oscar Mosterd
Jop van de Kam
Nikki Lemmens
Jalu Glissenaar
Department Leadership Roster
Jalu Glissenaar
Director
Jalu Glissenaar
Writer
Jalu Glissenaar
Producer
Jop van de Kam
Director of Photography
Nikki Lemmens
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Merantau.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Merantau
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Merantau about?
When 18-year-old Nova has just arrived in the Netherlands, she can’t call her worried mother as promised. What should have been a simple run to the store turns into a long journey in search of connection.
Who directed Merantau?
Merantau was directed by Jalu Glissenaar.
Who stars in Merantau?
The principal cast of Merantau includes Maryam Akbari, Iris van der Vliet, Rosa Kouwen.
When was Merantau released and how long is it?
Merantau was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 11m.
Who composed the musical score for Merantau?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Merantau was composed by Oscar Mosterd.