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Indonesia's Cinema Volatility: Jumbo Shines Amid Oversaturation

12/1/2025

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In 2025, Indonesia's cinema market faces volatility.
Angga Dwimas Sasongko, a filmmaker, reports Jumbo has nearly 11 million admissions, making it the top box office film.
He advocates restricting production to about 160 films per year to curb oversaturation.
Todd Brown, a producer, notes Indonesia remains under-screened despite growth in cinema chains and calls for knowledge-sharing to boost production quality and international appeal.

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In 2025, Indonesia's cinema market faces volatility.
Angga Dwimas Sasongko, a filmmaker, reports Jumbo has nearly 11 million admissions, making it the top box office film.
He advocates restricting production to about 160 films per year to curb oversaturation.
Todd Brown, a producer, notes Indonesia remains under-screened despite growth in cinema chains and calls for knowledge-sharing to boost production quality and international appeal.