
Person
Riri Riza
Directing
- Known for
- Directing
- Born
- Oct 2, 1970
- From
- Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Riri Riza (born October 2, 1970) is an Indonesian director, screenwriter, and film producer known as one of the most influential filmmakers in Indonesian cinema. He studied at the Jakarta Institute of the Arts (IKJ) and later continued his studies at Royal Holloway, University of London. Riri’s career began to shine after directing Kuldesak (1998), an independent film considered a turning point for the revival of Indonesian cinema. His name became more widely recognized through films such as Eliana, Eliana (2002), Gie (2005), and Laskar Pelangi (2008), which became one of Indonesia’s highest-grossing films. He also directed other films such as Sokola Rimba (2013), Athirah (2016), and Paranoia (2021). In addition to directing, Riri is also active as a producer alongside Mira Lesmana through the production house Miles Films. Their collaboration has resulted in many high-quality films that have received both national and international recognition. Riri Riza is known for his strong storytelling and visual directing style, as well as his ability to highlight social and cultural issues in his films. With his dedication, he continues to contribute to the development of Indonesian cinema.
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Behind the Flickering Light: The Archive

Warisan

Back Up!

Sonata of the Brick Village

The Rainbow Troops

Gie

The Dreamer

Takut: Faces of Fear

Atambua 39° Celsius

Three Days to Forever

Sherina's Adventure

Garasi

Blind Pig Who Wants to Fly

Eliana, Eliana

You and Me In Low Angle

Pesan Dari Samudra

Kau, Rabu, dan Perkara2 Sepintas Lalu

Drupadi