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Riri Riza
Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Riri Riza (born October 2, 1970) is an Indonesian director, screenwriter, and film producer known as one of the most influential filmmakers in Indonesian cinema. He studied at the…
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Riri Riza (born October 2, 1970) is an Indonesian director, screenwriter, and film producer known as one of the most influential filmmakers in Indonesian cinema. He studied at the Jakarta Institute of the Arts (IKJ) and later continued his studies at Royal Holloway, University of London. Riri’s career began to shine after directing Kuldesak (1998), an independent film considered a turning point for the revival of Indonesian cinema. His name became more widely recognized through films such as Eliana, Eliana (2002), Gie (2005), and Laskar Pelangi (2008), which became one of Indonesia’s highest-grossing films. He also directed other films such as Sokola Rimba (2013), Athirah (2016), and Paranoia (2021). In addition to directing, Riri is also active as a producer alongside Mira Lesmana through the production house Miles Films. Their collaboration has resulted in many high-quality films that have received both national and international recognition. Riri Riza is known for his strong storytelling and visual directing style, as well as his ability to highlight social and cultural issues in his films. With his dedication, he continues to contribute to the development of Indonesian cinema.
Filmography
Movies and shows, newest first
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2026
Four Seasons in Java
Movie Executive Producer
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2025
Rangga & Cinta
Movie Director
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2023
Falling in Love Like in Movies
Movie Thanks
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2023
Sherina's Adventure 2
Movie Director
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2023
The Talent Agency
TV show Producer
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2022
Kau, Rabu, dan Perkara2 Sepintas Lalu
Movie Director
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2021
Paranoia
Movie Writer
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2021
You and Me In Low Angle
Movie Writer
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2021
Warisan
Movie Riri Riza
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2019
Glorious Days
Movie Director
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2019
Humba Dreams
Movie Director
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2018
Milly & Mamet
Movie Executive Producer
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2018
A Gift
Movie Producer
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2018
Run to the Beach
Movie Director
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2016
Emma'
Movie Director
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2016
What's Up with Cinta 2
Movie Director
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2015
Rainy Season Song
Movie Director
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2014
The Golden Cane Warrior
Movie Co-Producer
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2013
The Jungle School
Movie Director
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2013
Pesan Dari Samudra
Movie Story
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2013
Behind the Flickering Light: The Archive
Movie Himself
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2012
Atambua 39° Celsius
Movie Director
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2009
The Dreamer
Movie Director
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2008
Drupadi
Movie Director
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2008
Takut: Faces of Fear
Movie Director
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2008
The Rainbow Troops
Movie Director
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2008
Blind Pig Who Wants to Fly
Movie Associate Producer
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2008
Thou Shalt Not Wait
Movie Writer
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2007
Three Days to Forever
Movie Director
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2006
Garasi
Movie Executive Producer
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2005
Gie
Movie Writer
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2005
Dear Rena
Movie Director
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2003
The Seventh House
Movie Producer
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2002
Eliana, Eliana
Movie Writer
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2002
What's Up with Cinta?
Movie Producer
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2000
Sherina's Adventure
Movie Director
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1998
Kuldesak
Movie Director
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1991
Sonata of the Brick Village
Movie Writer
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CUBS
Movie Writer
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Back Up!
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