Turang
Synopsis
A guerrilla struggle during Indonesia’s war of independence against the Dutch unfolds in Tanah Karo, centered on Seberaja, a village serving as a command base. Wounded deputy commander Rusli is cared for by Tipi, and love grows amid the hardships of war. Dutch attacks, aided by a traitor, force the fighters to keep moving and continue their resistance.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bachtiar Siagian
- Screenplay & Story
- Bachtiar Siagian
- Original Title
- Turang
- Country of Origin
- Indonesia
- Spoken Languages
- Indonesian, Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Rentjong Film Corp., Refic Film, Jajasan Gedung Pemuda Medan
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bachtiar Siagian
Bachtiar Siagian
Akin
Abubakar Abdy
Department Leadership Roster
Akin
Director of Photography
Bachtiar Siagian
Director
Abubakar Abdy
Producer
Bachtiar Siagian
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Turang
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What is Turang about?
A guerrilla struggle during Indonesia’s war of independence against the Dutch unfolds in Tanah Karo, centered on Seberaja, a village serving as a command base. Wounded deputy commander Rusli is cared for by Tipi, and love grows amid the hardships of war. Dutch attacks, aided by a traitor, force the fighters to keep moving and continue their resistance.
Who directed Turang?
Turang was directed by Bachtiar Siagian.
Who stars in Turang?
The principal cast of Turang includes Nizmah Zaglulsyah, Omar Bach, Hadisjam Tahax, Tuahta Perangin-angin, Ahmadi Hamid.
When was Turang released and how long is it?
Turang was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.