Synopsis Of Selected Films At JWC 2024, There Are Blackbird Blackbird Blackberry And The Queen Of My Dreams

Jakarta World Cinema 2024

JAKARTA - Jakarta World Cinema 2024 presents various stories from various countries. The films feature a deep theme and stunning cinematography, making them the spotlight in this year's festival.

Some of the international films that must be watched include Hajjan, When The Waves Are Gone, 52-Hertz Whalez, The Queen of My Dreams, 20,000 Species of Bees, Jippie No More, The Nature of Love, The Echo, Blackbird Blackbird Blackberry, Pictures of Ghosts, and Je'vida. These films present diverse stories from various countries, featuring deep themes and stunning cinematography, highlighting this year's festival.

The following is a brief synopsis of several international films that must be watched during the 2024 Jakarta World Cinema:

Hajjan This film tells the story of a boy in Saudi Arabia who is trying hard to protect his favorite racing onta from criminal gangs. Hajjan offers a portrait of life in a desert area with rich onta racing culture and traditions.

When The Waves Are GoneFilm by Lav Diaz tells of a policeman who is haunted by his violent past, and how inner struggles have tragic consequences in his life. This drama offers a sharp view of violence, corruption and justice in the Philippines.

52-Hertz Whalez A drama about a group of scientists traveling to find unique whales communicating at 52 Hertz frequencies. These discoveries lead them to in-depth reflections of isolation, togetherness, and search for meaning in the universe.

The Queen of My Dreams tells the story of Azra (Amrit Kaur), a Canadian-Pakistan woman who explores the past and her relationship with her mother after her father's sudden death. The film explores identity, family, and inner conflicts about sexual orientation in a complex cultural context.

This 20,000 Species of BeesFilm describes the search for the identity of a young girl growing up in a rural environment in Spain. She learns about life and self through her interactions with bees that are a metaphor for gender life and role. An eight-year-old child is annoyed that people continue to call her by her birth name, Aitor, even though she prefers to be called Cocrypta. During the summer in the Basque country, the child expressed his concern to relatives and friends. However, how can a mother help her child find his own identity if he is still dealing with his complex parents' legacy?

Jippie No More As the whole family unites to create the perfect celebration, Jaap Peter falls in love for the first time. But when the girl he loves actually falls in love with his younger sister, Jaap Peter feels disappointed. Through the chaos and moments of emotion, he learns that his presence and indecomposable ties from his family are very important in ensuring the success of his marriage. This comedy drama follows the journey of an old man who decides to live the rest of his life in a remote place. However, he finds that escaping society is not a solution to his personal problems. This film touches the theme of loneliness and human relations.

The Nature of LoveFilm explores the complexity of a love relationship through the story of a woman who finds herself trapped in a moral dilemma when she is involved in a love triangle. This film raises the theme of love, commitment, and difficult choices in life. The story of Sophia's life changes drastically when she meets Syl air. She comes from a rich family, while Sylkah comes from a rough worker family. Sophia questioned her own values after surrendering herself to her great romantic push.

The Echo A social drama depicting the lives of rural communities in Mexico. The Echo tells how humans coexist with nature and traditions passed down for centuries, facing the challenges of continuous modernization.

Blackbird BlackberryEtero, a 48-year-old woman who lives in a small village in Georgia, never wanted a husband. She values her freedom as much as her cake. But her choice to live alone became the subject of gossip among fellow villagers. Unexpectedly, she found herself falling in love with a man, and was suddenly faced with a decision to establish a relationship or continue to live independently. Etero had to grapple with her feelings and decide how to find a way towards her own happiness. The film follows the life of a middle-aged woman who decides to live her life in a different way after a tragedy. This drama investigates the freedom of personal, trauma, and the strength of women in life.

This documentary Pictures of GhostsFilm explores cinema life in Brazilian cities that are haunted by cinema memories that have once triumphed. Pictures of Ghosts is a reflection of how cinema affects local culture and community identity.

Je'vida This film tells the story of a woman of Sami's descent in Finland who was forced to deal with past trauma. Iida, an old woman SkOLt Sryptmi who has left her past under pressure from assimilation, tells stories from three different historical eras to examine the fate of Finnish Indigenous people in the postwar period. Je'vida raised the theme of loss, cultural identity, and healing efforts through connections with land and ancestral traditions.