The Great Post Road
Originally released in 1996. The Great Post Road is a documentary film. directed by Bernie IJdis. With a runtime of 2h 35m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Pramoedya Ananta Toer
Synopsis
Road movie-style documentary about the Great Post Road (De Groote Postweg/Jalan Raya Pos). Pramoedya Ananta Toer (1925), one of the most important Indonesian authors of recent decades, wrote an essay about the Great Post Road at the request of director Bernie IJdis. This thousand-kilometer road across Java was built at the beginning of the last century under the leadership of the Dutchman Daendels and cost the lives of thousands of Indonesian forced laborers. Because Toer, as a former political prisoner, is restricted in his freedom of movement, the filmmakers act as his eyes and ears during a trip along the Post Road. During the journey, parallels between Indonesia in the past and present slowly unfold. In addition, as the film progresses, the grimness of Toer's situation and the situation in his country becomes palpable.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 23, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
2h 35m
155 minutes total
Language
ID
Original language
Country
Netherlands
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ID
Production Companies
- Pieter van Huystee Film & TV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Great Post Road about?
Road movie-style documentary about the Great Post Road (De Groote Postweg/Jalan Raya Pos). Pramoedya Ananta Toer (1925), one of the most important Indonesian authors of recent decades, wrote an ess...
Who directed The Great Post Road?
The Great Post Road was directed by Bernie IJdis.
How long is The Great Post Road?
The Great Post Road has a runtime of 2 hours and 35 minutes (155 minutes total).
When was The Great Post Road released?
The Great Post Road was released on May 23, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Great Post Road?
The main cast of The Great Post Road includes Pramoedya Ananta Toer.