Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home
“Sea nomads in Borneo – a story of survival.”
Synopsis
Their stilt houses are burned down, their boats destroyed: the sea nomads of Borneo are stateless and can be displaced at any moment. The film explores the deep cultural roots and spiritual heritage of the Bajau Laut – the first inhabitants of the Semporna region – and contrasts them with the forced evictions targeting their oldest and most traditional villages. In the tension between eradication and assimilation, three chapters trace the evolution of adaptation, while local grassroots movements fight for the rights of the sea nomads.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Hof International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joo Peter
- Screenplay & Story
- Joo Peter
- Original Title
- Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home
- Country of Origin
- Malaysia, Indonesia
- Release Date
- 23/10/2026
- Spoken Languages
- Malay
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joo Peter
Joo Peter
Joo Peter
Joo Peter
Joo Peter
Department Leadership Roster
Joo Peter
Director
Joo Peter
Writer
Joo Peter
Producer
Joo Peter
Editor
Joo Peter
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home.
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What is Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home about?
Their stilt houses are burned down, their boats destroyed: the sea nomads of Borneo are stateless and can be displaced at any moment. The film explores the deep cultural roots and spiritual heritage of the Bajau Laut – the first inhabitants of the Semporna region – and contrasts them with the forced evictions targeting their oldest and most traditional villages. In the tension between eradication and assimilation, three chapters trace the evolution of adaptation, while local grassroots movements fight for the rights of the sea nomads.
Who directed Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home?
Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home was directed by Joo Peter.
Who stars in Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home?
The principal cast of Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home includes Not specified.
When was Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home released and how long is it?
Bajau Laut - The Sea is Our Home was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.