The Act of Killing
7.6
(686 votes)

The Act of Killing

2012
1 hr 57 min

Overview

In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres, from gangster epics to musicals. As they recreate their past atrocities, the line between reality and performance blurs, exposing the lingering impact of Indonesia’s 1965-66 anti-communist purge and the unsettling psychology of its perpetrators.”

Creators

The Act of Killing

Movie Details

Status
Released (01/11/2012)
Original language
Indonesian
Original title
Jagal
Budget
$1,000,000
Box office
$722,714
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