May
Originally released in 2008. May is a drama film. directed by Viva Westi.
Starring Jenny Zhang, Yama Carlos, and Tutie Kirana
Synopsis
Antares and May, a couple from different ethnic groups, are separated during the May 1998 riots in Jakarta. While Antares is busy as a filmmaker documenting the historic moment, May is kidnapped and raped. May is also separated from her mother, who takes refuge in a hotel. In despair, May’s mother exchanges her house deeds for an airplane ticket to Malaysia with a lowly laundryman, Gandang. Ten years after, Antares finds May in Malaysia. She now has a child from a foreign reporter who saved her on that unfortunate day. The reunion reveals the tragic past of May and her mother.
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- Flix Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is May about?
Antares and May, a couple from different ethnic groups, are separated during the May 1998 riots in Jakarta. While Antares is busy as a filmmaker documenting the historic moment, May is kidnapped an...
Who directed May?
May was directed by Viva Westi.
How long is May?
May has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was May released?
May was released on June 5, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in May?
The main cast of May includes Jenny Zhang, Yama Carlos, Tutie Kirana, Lukman Sardi, Jajang C. Noer.