Motherless Children
"3 parentless Children, Go to City to Survive, A man with Limp"
Originally released in 1980. Motherless Children is a drama/family film. directed by Maman Firmansyah. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring A.N. Alcaff, Debbie Cynthia Dewi, and Santi Sardi
Synopsis
After his wife passes away, the ailing Akbar marries Tina, a widow. Akbar’s illness makes him lose his job so Tina has to work in a garment factory. Akbar’s effort to find a job is fruitless and he passes away shortly after. His three children Mimi, Memet, and Ayu cannot stand their stepmother’s fickleness. They leave quietly to find the family of their biological mother. This is not easy since they don’t have her address. They work at any job to survive - housemaid, shoe shiner, parking boy etc. One day they meet John who buys and sells used newspapers. Mimi and Memet are given a small business of selling ice and pastries. Then Memed accidently takes the wrong train but fortunately, a rich man adopts him. However, Memed returns home as he misses his younger siblings. The reunion is short since Ayu passes away.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 15, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
ID
Original language
Country
Indonesia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ID
Production Companies
- Rapi Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Motherless Children about?
After his wife passes away, the ailing Akbar marries Tina, a widow. Akbar’s illness makes him lose his job so Tina has to work in a garment factory. Akbar’s effort to find a job is fruitless an...
Who directed Motherless Children?
Motherless Children was directed by Maman Firmansyah.
How long is Motherless Children?
Motherless Children has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Motherless Children released?
Motherless Children was released on July 15, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Motherless Children?
The main cast of Motherless Children includes A.N. Alcaff, Debbie Cynthia Dewi, Santi Sardi, Lukman Sardi, Ajeng Triani Sardi.