# film

Balinale 2026 to Showcase 94 Films from 38 Countries

Bali’s international film festival returns June 1-7 with 94 films, global premieres, and workshops for emerging filmmakers.
Lifestyle May 29, 2026 | 7:53 pm

‘Michael’ Reclaims Top Box Office Spot In Its 4th Weekend

The Lionsgate movie is in rarefied territory, having brought in $703.9 million worldwide and counting.
Lifestyle May 17, 2026 | 11:30 pm

Indonesia Says ‘Pesta Babi’ Screenings Were Never Banned

Officials defend public discussion of Pesta Babi despite disruptions at several campus screenings.
Lifestyle May 16, 2026 | 11:38 am

'Michael' Moonwalks to $97 Million Opening, Shattering Record for Music Biopics

International sales were also strong. “Michael” collected $120.4 million overseas, to give it a $217.4 million global opening.
Lifestyle Apr 26, 2026 | 11:26 pm

Australia–Indonesia Film Festival Returns with 11-City Lineup

FSAI 2026 will screen Australian and Indonesian films in 11 cities, featuring open-air cinema and industry masterclasses.
Lifestyle Apr 22, 2026 | 6:37 pm

Indonesia, Australia Use Film Festival to Deepen Cultural, Creative Ties

Australia-Indonesia Film Festival expands as a platform for cultural exchange, creative collaboration, and industry growth across 11 cities.
Lifestyle Apr 22, 2026 | 4:59 pm

Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Actor for ‘Sinners,’ Taking Home His First Oscar in Popular Victory

Jordan got one trophy for playing identical twins Smoke and Stack in the blues-seeped supernatural horror film set in 1930s Mississippi.
Lifestyle Mar 16, 2026 | 11:29 am

Movie to Watch This Weekend: People We Meet on Vacation

A light, feel-good romcom for the weekend, built on long friendship, slow-burn attraction, and easy chemistry.
Lifestyle Jan 15, 2026 | 1:12 pm

Why Golden Globe Winner 'Adolescence' Is a Series Every Parent Should Watch

Netflix’s Golden Globe winner Adolescence shows why open communication between parents and children matters more than we think.
Lifestyle Jan 13, 2026 | 1:51 pm

Amy Poehler's Podcast, 'Kpop Demon Hunters' Win At Golden Globes

For the first year, the Globes handed out a best podcast trophy. It went to “Good Hang,” the recently launched podcast by Poehler.
Lifestyle Jan 12, 2026 | 9:27 am

‘Agak Laen: Menyala Pantiku’ Becomes Indonesia’s Highest-Grossing Film Ever

Indonesia’s box office has a new all-time No. 1. The comedy Agak Laen: Menyala Pantiku has become the country’s highest-grossing film.
Lifestyle Jan 3, 2026 | 6:41 pm

Blockbuster Deal: Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $72 Billion

Netflix is buying Warner Bros. Discovery for $72B, uniting two entertainment giants and reshaping the global streaming battle.
Business Dec 5, 2025 | 8:16 pm

Weekend Watchlist: Pennywise’s Return, DiCaprio’s Thriller, and Korean Action Frenzy

Pennywise returns, DiCaprio leads a high-stakes thriller, and new Korean action dramas headline this weekend’s must-watch streaming picks.
Lifestyle Dec 5, 2025 | 5:45 pm

'Predator: Badlands' Tops Box Office with $80 Million Worldwide

A key factor for “Predator: Badlands” is that, with a budget of $105 million, it’s also the most expensive “Predator” film.
Lifestyle Nov 10, 2025 | 11:02 am

‘Regretting You’ and ‘Black Phone 2’ Neck-in-Neck on Slow Halloween Box Office Weekend

“Regretting You” is the latest Colleen Hoover adaptation to open in theaters since “It Ends With Us” became a runaway hit in theaters.
Lifestyle Nov 3, 2025 | 11:04 am

‘The Cursed’ Review: Korean Ghost Market Horror Sells Inconsistency

Hong Won-Ki's "The Cursed" connects five stories, but only two were memorable enough.
Lifestyle Nov 1, 2025 | 2:28 pm

Jakarta Student’s Short Film ‘Anak Macan’ Heads to Oscar-Qualifying Festival

What began as a college film project has taken Indonesian director Amar Haikal to the global stage with Anak Macan’s Citra nomination.
Lifestyle Oct 23, 2025 | 12:18 pm

Rano Karno Tells BI: 'Banks Have Never Helped Fund Indonesian Films'

Rano Karno told Bank Indonesia that no Indonesian film has ever been bank-financed -- and now the central bank plans to step in.
Lifestyle Oct 23, 2025 | 10:22 am