Did you know, my dear friend, that National Film Day in Indonesia is celebrated on March 30th? This date coincides with the first production day of a film directed and produced by an Indonesian, titled "Darah dan Doa" (The Long March of Siliwangi), a masterpiece by Usmar Ismail in 1950.
Watching movies is an activity well-suited for those who want to spend their free time, unwind, and enjoy entertainment. However, apart from that, some people also watch movies to learn and understand new perspectives from the films they see. Speaking of movies, what genre do you enjoy watching?
You might have heard of the Korean drama Itaewon Class. It tells the story of a young man persistently building his career in the culinary field. Indonesia, too, has films that are just as exciting and, of course, inspirational. Here are some recommendations for Indonesian films with themes of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and entrepreneurship, which can serve as inspiration and motivation for you:
1. Filosofi Kopi (2015)
This movie tells the story of two friends, Ben and Jody, in their journey of running a coffee shop. It illustrates the challenges of building and maintaining a business, as well as the importance of innovation and product quality.
2. Cek Toko Sebelah (2016)
This comedy film narrates the life of a Chinese-Indonesian family owning a grocery store. It highlights family business dynamics, competition, and adapting to changing times.
3. Laundry Show (2019)
This film about Indonesian entrepreneurship tells the story of Uki, who ventures into the laundry business after deciding to resign from his stable job.
Hopefully, these Indonesian movie recommendations with themes of SMEs and entrepreneurship can inspire and motivate you to keep growing, innovating, and daring to chase your dreams in business. Remember, every challenge in business is an opportunity to learn and grow. So, let’s continue supporting the Indonesian film industry because, apart from entertaining, local films are rich with values that can build spirit and new perspectives.
Happy watching! May these films become a valuable source of inspiration. Don’t forget to also celebrate National Film Day every March 30th as an appreciation for the extraordinary works of Indonesian filmmakers.
