7.0The Arsonist · 2001
The Arsonist (2001) is a Drama film directed by U-Wei Haji Saari, starring Khalid Salleh, Bell Ngasri, Kuswadinata.
Drama
7.0Overview
The Arsonist involves the struggles of an undocumented immigrant family and a boy's coming-of-age. The son Kesuma must forge his own identity against the intimidating presence of his father Kakang, a man proud of his Javanese heritage and well aware of the social inequalities that allow his exploitation. Kakang counteracts by torching the property of those who slight him, leaving Kesuma simultaneously proud, fearful and ashamed. A clash of wills is all but inevitable. The film climaxes in a poignant conflagration, literal and metaphorical.
Cast
Khalid Salleh, Bell Ngasri, Kuswadinata, Anuar Idris, Azizah Mahzan, Jamaluddin Abd Kadir, Ochee, Leeza Rafar
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What is "The Arsonist" about?
The Arsonist involves the struggles of an undocumented immigrant family and a boy's coming-of-age. The son Kesuma must forge his own identity against the intimidating presence of his father Kakang, a man proud of his Javanese heritage and well aware of the social inequalities that allow his exploitation. Kakang counteracts by torching the property of those who slight him, leaving Kesuma simultaneously proud, fearful and ashamed. A clash of wills is all but inevitable. The film climaxes in a poignant conflagration, literal and metaphorical.
When was "The Arsonist" released?
The Arsonist was released in 2001.
Who stars in "The Arsonist"?
The cast includes Khalid Salleh, Bell Ngasri, Kuswadinata, Anuar Idris.
