Shackled Woman (Perempuan Dalam Pasungan)

Wed 25 Aug 7:15 pm (Melbourne)
Fri 27 Aug 6:00 pm (Sydney)
Sat 28 aug 3:30 pm (sydney)

Australian Premiere

Like most Javanese women, Fitria was born into a traditional family which adheres strictly to the social norms. This call for conformity is especially important as her father, Pak Wiro, is a well-respected head of the local regencies in middle Java. Fitria is expected to abide by her father’s rules at home and later on, by the rules of her husband, Andi. Throughout her life, she was nothing but a humble, loving and obedient figure until her best friend’s death dawns upon her. Pressured by society, and troubled by her conscience and her fears, she gradually breaks down. This triggered both her father and society to consider her mentally unfit. Against all odds and supported by a society which puts a great deal of belief and importance in local superstition, Fitria was physically shackled (dipasung) by her father and was kept away from those whom she loved dearly.

Festival Film Indonesia 1980: Best Film

Q&A Session

MA15+