Kuldesak
“Networking, moving, scheming, rebelling.”
Synopsis
Four stories unfold in Jakarta, a big city that feels cold and dehumanizing. Life there strips away meaning, turning people into soulless zombies. In their search for purpose, youths turn to the only things that seem worthwhile—television and movies. This obsession pushes them down a dark path, transforming them into twisted versions of anti-heroes who make anti-social choices that spiral out of control.
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KULDESAK (1998) - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-04-29
Top Cast
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Bianca Adinegoro
Lina
Oppie Andaresta
Dina
Ryan Hidayat
Andre
Tio Pakusadewo
Aladin
Iwa K
Hariolus
Torro Margens
Jacob Gamarhada
Rebecca Tumewu
Dini
Bucek
Ceki
Harry Dagoe Suharyadi
Budi
Sophia Latjuba
Sofi
Dik Doank
Max Mollo
Shanty Harmayn
Bride in Bus
Cassandra Massardi
News Anchor
Jeremias Nyangoen
Vacuum Cleaner Salesman
Maya Lubis
Maya
Gala Rostamaji
Yanto
Aksan Sjuman
Aksan
Release History & Theatrical Window
Deauville Panasia Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$4K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nan Achnas, Mira Lesmana, Rizal Mantovani, Riri Riza
- Screenplay & Story
- Adi Nugroho
- Original Score
- Thoersi Argeswara, Ahmad Dhani, Andra Ramadhan
- Original Title
- Kuldesak
- Country of Origin
- Indonesia
- Spoken Languages
- Indonesian
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Budget
- $4K
- Production Studios
- Day For Night Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nan Achnas, Mira Lesmana, Rizal Mantovani, Riri Riza
Adi Nugroho
Thoersi Argeswara, Ahmad Dhani, Andra Ramadhan
Roy Lolang, Nur Hidayat, Yadi Sugandi, Yudi Datau
Sentot Sahid, Mira Lesmana, Holger Held
Riri Riza, Nan Achnas, Mira Lesmana, Rizal Mantovani
Department Leadership Roster
Nan Achnas
Director
Mira Lesmana
Director
Rizal Mantovani
Director
Riri Riza
Director
Roy Lolang
Director of Photography
Nur Hidayat
Director of Photography
Yadi Sugandi
Director of Photography
Yudi Datau
Director of Photography
Adi Nugroho
Screenplay
Thoersi Argeswara
Original Music Composer
Riri Riza
Producer
Nan Achnas
Producer
Mira Lesmana
Producer
Rizal Mantovani
Producer
Ahmad Dhani
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kuldesak
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kuldesak about?
Four stories unfold in Jakarta, a big city that feels cold and dehumanizing. Life there strips away meaning, turning people into soulless zombies. In their search for purpose, youths turn to the only things that seem worthwhile—television and movies. This obsession pushes them down a dark path, transforming them into twisted versions of anti-heroes who make anti-social choices that spiral out of control.
Who directed Kuldesak?
Kuldesak was directed by Nan Achnas, Mira Lesmana, Rizal Mantovani, Riri Riza.
Who stars in Kuldesak?
The principal cast of Kuldesak includes Bianca Adinegoro, Oppie Andaresta, Ryan Hidayat, Tio Pakusadewo, Iwa K.
When was Kuldesak released and how long is it?
Kuldesak was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Kuldesak?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kuldesak was composed by Thoersi Argeswara, Ahmad Dhani, Andra Ramadhan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Kuldesak?
Kuldesak holds official age classifications: FR: 18 (Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.).