Tjoet Nja' Dhien
Originally released in 1988. Tjoet Nja' Dhien is a drama/war film. directed by Eros Djarot. With a runtime of 2h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Christine Hakim, Slamet Rahardjo, and Piet Burnama
Synopsis
Set in 1896, "Tjoet Nja' Dhien" celebrates one of Indonesia's great heroes who fought for independence from the Dutch. The pious Muslim people of Aceh, a city that had flourished since ancient times as a trade port, enter into a fierce war with the Dutch. Tjoet Nja' Dhien, the widow of a rebel leader operating in Aceh in Sumatra, assumes the leadership when her husband Teuku Uma is killed in an ambush. Dhien's charismatic presence and power of survival motivate the locals to join and later continue their opposition to the Dutch. Despite personal obstacles, she remained in the thick of the struggle for ten years.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
2h 7m
127 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
ID
Original language
Country
Indonesia
Production
Director
Top Cast
Christine Hakim
as Tjoet Nja' Dhien
Slamet Rahardjo
as Teuku Umar
Piet Burnama
as Panglima Laot
Rita Zahara
as Nya' Bantu
Roy Karyadi
as Voorneman (Dutch Officer)
Ibrahim Kadir
as Penyair
M. Amin
as Teuku Leubeh
Rudy Wowor
as Captain Veltman
Huib van den Hoek
as Van Heutzs (Dutch Officer)
Rosihan Anwar
as Habib Meulaboh
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ID
Production Companies
- PT Kanta Indah Film
- PT Ekapraya Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tjoet Nja' Dhien about?
Set in 1896, "Tjoet Nja' Dhien" celebrates one of Indonesia's great heroes who fought for independence from the Dutch. The pious Muslim people of Aceh, a city that had flourished since ancient time...
Who directed Tjoet Nja' Dhien?
Tjoet Nja' Dhien was directed by Eros Djarot.
How long is Tjoet Nja' Dhien?
Tjoet Nja' Dhien has a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes (127 minutes total).
When was Tjoet Nja' Dhien released?
Tjoet Nja' Dhien was released on October 1, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tjoet Nja' Dhien?
The main cast of Tjoet Nja' Dhien includes Christine Hakim, Slamet Rahardjo, Piet Burnama, Rita Zahara, Roy Karyadi.