The Act of Killing | Jagal
A story of killers who win and the society they build.In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres. 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.
Description: In this chilling and groundbreaking documentary, former Indonesian death squad leaders reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of various film genres. 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.
Genres: Documentary, History
Homepage: http://theactofkilling.com/
Budget: $1,000,000 | Revenue : $722,714
Runtime: 117 minutes
Release Date: 2012-11-01
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Played Self - Paramilitary Leader & Businessman
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Played Self - Member of Parliament
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Played Self
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